The holiday season is here — which means potlucks, family gatherings, and plenty of opportunities to share good food with the people you love. But if you're navigating peri-menopause, you might be wondering:
What can I bring that tastes amazing and feels festive...
Without triggering a night of hot flashes, insomnia, or digestive distress?
Sound familiar? You’re not alone.
The Truth About Holiday Foods & Peri-Menopause
Typical holiday fare tends to be heavy, high in sugar, and lacking in the nutrients your body needs most — especially during peri-menopause. These indulgent dishes can wreak havoc on your hormones, disrupt your sleep, and leave you feeling more ugh than festive.
But here's the good news: You can still show up with a dish that wows and supports your health.
In fact, I’ve got just the thing.
A Salad That Checks All the Boxes
This recipe is more than just a side dish — it’s a celebration of Fall's best ingredients and a nourishing boost for your body.
It’s:
💚 Rich in fiber and vitamin C to support your immune system and adrenal glands (so important as we head into winter)
🧠 Packed with anti-inflammatory nutrients and vitamin A to protect your heart, lungs, and brain
🌿 Loaded with cruciferous veggies like Brussels sprouts and kale that help your liver process hormonal fluctuations — reducing peri-menopausal symptoms naturally
So yes, it’s delicious.
Yes, it’s beautiful on the table.
And yes — it’s designed with you in mind.
Why Your Body Will Thank You
Let’s face it: navigating the hormonal shifts of peri-menopause isn’t easy. But the food you eat can be one of your most powerful allies.
When you nourish your body with the right ingredients, you’re not just avoiding symptoms — you’re actively supporting:
Better sleep
Improved mood
Reduced bloating
Fewer hot flashes
Long-term brain and heart health
And this salad? It’s got your back on all fronts.
Be That Woman at the Party
You know the one — the woman who walks in with that dish. The one everyone wants the recipe for. The one who glows with energy and confidence because she’s actually supporting her body, not punishing it.
You can be her. Starting now.
Ready to Try It?
✨ Grab the full recipe below and make this your new go-to for holiday gatherings, cozy dinners, or meal-prepped lunches all season long. Your body (and your guests) will thank you.
Ingredients
1 bunch fresh local kale finely chopped
1 Delicata Squash finely chopped
1 Pomegranate seeded
2 Handfuls of Raw Organic Pumpkin seeds
1 tsp ground turmeric
1-2 cloves garlic crushed
1 tbsp gluten free Tamari Soy sauce
4 tbsp apple cider vinegar
8 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp maple syrup or raw local honey
Instructions
Place the chopped Delicata Squash in a roasting pan and cook for 30mins at 250F until roasted and soft with crispy corners.
While the squash is roasting, in a large bowl, add the coconut oil to the chopped kale leaves and massage for two to three minutes with your bare hands so it is softened, bright green and more easily digested so your body can access the nutrition within.
Break the pomegranate open and empty into the kale.
Throw in 2 handfuls of raw pumpkin seeds.
In a jar, combine all dressing ingredients.
Secure lid and shake well to emulsify.
Add the roasted Delicata Squash to the bowl and toss the vegetables and seeds together.
Pour as much of the dressing over the salad as you desire and combine lightly with your hands.