Crispy Butternut Squash Spinach Salad with Bacon-Shallot Vinaigrette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed or cut into half moons
- 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 shallot, minced
- 1/4 c. red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp. brown sugar
- 5 oz. baby spinach (about 6 cups)
- 1/2 c. pecans, toasted and chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Arrange butternut squash on the prepared baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast until golden brown and crisp, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, fry bacon over medium heat until crisp, turning occasionally, about 6 minutes total. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and discard all but 1 tablespoon of bacon grease.
- In the same skillet, sauté shallot over medium-high heat until tender, 4 minutes. Stir in red wine vinegar and brown sugar and mix well. Whisk in 2 more tablespoons bacon grease and season with salt and pepper.
- Place spinach in a large bowl. Add pecans and roasted butternut squash and pour over warm vinaigrette, tossing gently to combine. Serve immediately.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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