Hydrating Watermelon Cucumber Pepita Salad
A crisp, hydrating Mediterranean snack featuring juicy watermelon, cool cucumber, and crunchy pumpkin seeds. Naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and rich in magnesium to keep you refreshed.
Prep
10 min
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Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthA better-fueled day
Make regular eating and hydration easier
Use this meal as an easy anchor for regular food and a glass of water—two simple things that can get lost on a busy day.
Notice: timing + hydration
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
10 min
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Total
10 min
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Equipment
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Dice the fresh cucumber and watermelon into…
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Dice the fresh cucumber and watermelon into…
Dice the fresh cucumber and watermelon into bite-sized 0.5 inch (1.3cm) cubes.
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Place the cucumber and watermelon cubes into…
Place the cucumber and watermelon cubes into a small mixing bowl.
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Sprinkle the pumpkin seed and chopped fresh…
Sprinkle the pumpkin seed and chopped fresh mint evenly over the top.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and…
Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice, then toss gently until combined.
Look for: combined
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Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator…
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 15 minutes before enjoying.
Allow: 15 minutes
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