Cucumber Salad with High Protein Greek Yogurt Dressing
A crisp, hydrating cucumber salad tossed in a creamy, high-protein Greek yogurt and herb dressing. It is a refreshing snack designed to satisfy savory cravings and keep you comfortably full.
Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Amy + Lila
Amy 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.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
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
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Setup
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Prep
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
If making this ahead for meal prep, store the sliced cucumbers and the yogurt dressing in separate containers. Toss them together just before serving to prevent the salad from getting watery.
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk together the plain greek yogurt
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Whisk together the plain greek yogurt
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the plain greek yogurt, lemon juice, dried dill, and garlic powder until smooth and combined.
Look for: smooth and combined
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Add the sliced cucumber to the bowl…
Add the sliced cucumber to the bowl and toss gently until every slice is evenly coated with the herb dressing.
Look for: every slice is evenly coated with the herb dressing
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Season the salad with a pinch of…
Season the salad with a pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
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Transfer to a serving bowl
Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with fresh mint leaves if using, and enjoy immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Allow: 24 hours
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