Corn Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Nut Free

194 Calories | 8g Protein | 28g Carbs | 7g Fat | 8g Fiber

10 minutes | 3 servings

Perfect for when you're standing in front of the fridge at 2 PM, having forgotten lunch entirely and you need something now that won't make you feel like garbage later, this Crunchy Tahini & Miso Chickpea Slaw is quick and easy to prepare. But it also makes a great side dish for a more elaborate meal. Versatile recipes are my favorite recipes.

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When You Need Actual Food, Not Another Smoothie

Here's the thing about menopause: your appetite can swing from "I could eat a horse" to "food is conceptually unappealing" in 2.4 seconds. This slaw works for both moods. It's substantial enough to feel like a proper meal when you're genuinely hungry, but the fresh, crunchy texture and bright, tangy flavors won't overwhelm you when your stomach is being... let's say, selective.

The tahini-miso dressing is where the magic happens. That umami-rich, slightly nutty, perfectly balanced combo hits those satisfaction buttons without being heavy. And when your taste buds are doing weird things (thanks, fluctuating hormones), the bold flavors actually cut through the blandness.

Brain Fog-Proof Prep

Ten minutes. That's it. And honestly, if you can whisk and toss, you've got this. When you're dealing with the mental fog that makes even simple harder than they should be, a recipe with six steps and minimal actual cooking is a gift.

Whisk tahini, miso paste, lemon juice, and honey together. If it's too thick, add water. Toss with pre-shredded coleslaw mix, chickpeas, and parsley. Done. No chopping, dicing, or slicing.

Even better is this recipe is basically impossible to screw up. Dressing too thick? Water. Too thin? More tahini. Forgot to add something? It'll probably still taste great. This is judgment-free cooking for when your brain is not fully online.

Ingredients That Won't Betray You

Chickpeas and tahini are both high in protein and fiber, which means this meal actually sticks. None of that "why am I hungry again 45 minutes later" nonsense. When your body is already running a temperature regulation experiment 24/7, the last thing you need is blood sugar chaos making everything worse.

The coleslaw mix brings crunch and vegetables without any prep work, because let's be honest, washing and chopping cabbage when you're already exhausted from existing is a hard pass. And the miso is fermented, which means it's gentle on digestion. A real consideration when your gut decides to join the menopause party uninvited.

Leftovers That Don't Suck

This slaw keeps for three days in the fridge, which means you can make it once and have lunch sorted. Or breakfast. Or that weird 4 PM meal that's not quite dinner but you're absolutely eating it anyway because who cares?

The texture holds up surprisingly well. It does get a bit softer as it sits, but some of us prefer it that way. And if not, you can always store the sauce separately from the coleslaw mix.

Mix It Up When You're Feeling It

This is a base recipe. A template if you will. Add garlic and ginger to the dressing. Toss in sesame seeds for extra crunch. Throw in whatever vegetables are hanging out in your fridge looking sad.

Some days you'll have the energy to jazz it up. Other days, the basic version is perfect. And sometimes, you just need to use up the random veggies in the fridge. All are valid. All are delicious.

The Bottom Line

This Crunchy Tahini & Miso Chickpea Slaw isn't trying to be fancy. It's not Instagram-worthy (unless you've got killer food photography skills, in which case, go for it). It's just genuinely good food that comes together fast, tastes great, keeps well, and doesn't require you to be at your best to pull off.

When you're navigating menopause and just need something reliable that won't let you down this slaw delivers. No drama, no fuss, just really solid food that makes you feel like you've got at least one thing figured out today.

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