Dill Lemon Cucumber Salad
Crisp sliced cucumber and red onion tossed with fresh dill, lemon juice, and a light touch of olive oil. It is a classic, refreshing salad that is naturally gluten-free and has no added sugar.
Prep
10 min
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Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Kim + Lila
Kim created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Prep
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Total
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Next: Use a sharp chef knife to slice…
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Use a sharp chef knife to slice…
Use a sharp chef knife to slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Transfer them directly into a medium mixing bowl.
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Slice the red onion into very thin…
Slice the red onion into very thin half-moons and add to the bowl with the cucumber.
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Finely chop the fresh dill leaves and…
Finely chop the fresh dill leaves and scatter them over the vegetables.
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Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the…
Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the top, then drizzle with the olive oil.
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Toss gently with a spoon or salad…
Toss gently with a spoon or salad tongs until all of the ingredients are evenly coated. Serve immediately or let sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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