Grilled Steak with Cucumber-and-Daikon Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Grilled Steak with Cucumber-and-Daikon Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Chef David Myers grills with bincho (hard white charcoal) and serves the steak with yuzu kosho, a condiment of yuzu (a citrus), chiles, and salt. Home cooks can use a grill pan or any kind of outdoor grill for strip steaks. The topping: lemon zest, chile,

Ingredients

2 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp. unseasoned rice vinegar
1 clove garlic
1/4 c. canola oil
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 seedless cucumber
8 oz. daikon
4 3/4-inch-thick strip steaks
1 tbsp. minced lemon zest
1 tsp. minced fresh chile
4 oz. baby arugula
1 c. radish or daikon sprouts (optional)
2 tbsp. Toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce with the lemon juice, vinegar, and garlic. Whisk in the 1/4 cup of oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer half of the dressing to a medium bowl, add the cucumber and daikon and toss to coat. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Drain and squeeze out any excess liquid. Return the cucumber and daikon to the bowl.
Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. Rub the steaks with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the steaks over moderate heat, turning once, until lightly charred on both sides and medium-rare within, about 7 minutes. Transfer the steaks to a work surface and let rest for 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest and chile, and season with salt and pepper; transfer the steaks to plates and spoon the gremolata on top. Add the arugula, sprouts, and the remaining dressing to the cucumber and daikon, and toss. Serve the salad with the steaks, garnished with the sesame seeds. Looking for more dinner options? Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Sesame Seeds, Lemon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grilled Steak with Cucumber-and-Daikon Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grilled Steak with Cucumber-and-Daikon 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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