Dijon Grilled Pork Chops with Tomato-Peach Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Dijon Grilled Pork Chops with Tomato-Peach Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl When you've got peaches and tomatoes, who needs lettuce?

Ingredients

4 (roughly 8-oz.) bone-in pork chops
1/4 c. whole-grain Dijon mustard
1/4 c. plus 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
2 tbsp. honey
8 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 large heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1" chunks (about 3 cups)
3 peaches, sliced (about 3 cups)
1/4 c. basil leaves, torn, plus more for garnish
kosher salt
Black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place pork chops in a shallow glass baking dish. In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, red wine vinegar, honey, and 4 tablespoons olive oil. Pour mixture over pork, turning to coat, and let sit 10 minutes.
Place tomatoes, peaches, and basil in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar and remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil. Drizzle mixture over tomato-peach mixture and toss. Season with salt and pepper.
Heat an ovenproof grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove pork chops from marinade and season with salt and pepper. Grill 3 minutes per side, then transfer pan to oven and finish cooking 6 to 8 minutes more or until the internal temperature reads 145 degrees F. Let rest 5 minutes.
Serve pork chops with tomato-peach salad and garnished with basil.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey, Basil.

Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dijon Grilled Pork Chops with Tomato-Peach Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Dijon Grilled Pork Chops with Tomato-Peach Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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