Calf's Liver with Spinach Salad, Croutons, and Pine Nuts - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Calf's Liver with Spinach Salad, Croutons, and Pine Nuts is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Forget your grandma's liver and onions. This version's crispy exterior is a perfect casing for the creamy, smooth interior. Set atop a mustardy spinach salad, you will have to re-think this delicacy.

Ingredients

3 tbsp. pine nuts
1 3/4 lb. loaf country bread
2 tbsp. Wine vinegar
1 tbsp. Grainy mustard
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper
6 tbsp. olive oil
1/4 c. flour
1 tbsp. butter
4 slices calf's liver (about 1 1/2 pounds in all)
1 lb. spinach

Instructions

Heat the oven to 350 °F. Toast the pine nuts in the oven until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Toast the bread cubes in the oven until golden but still slightly soft in the center, about 15 minutes.
In a small glass or stainless-steel bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper. Add 5 tablespoons of the oil slowly, whisking.
Combine the flour with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. In a large frying pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the butter over moderate heat. Dust the liver slices with the flour mixture and shake off the excess. Put the liver in the pan and cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Turn and cook until browned on the other side, 3 to 4 minutes longer. It should still be pink in the center. Remove.
In a large bowl, toss the spinach with all but 2 tablespoons of the dressing. Add the croutons and pine nuts and toss. Mound the spinach on plates and top with the liver. Drizzle with the reserved dressing.
Wine Recommendation: Though the cabernet-franc-based reds of the Loire Valley are virtually ignored in the United States, their berry-like flavor, medium body, and crisp texture are often more versatile with food than their heavier Bordeaux brethren. A Saumur-Champigny will be lovely here.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Nuts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calf's Liver with Spinach Salad, Croutons, and Pine Nuts good for PCOS?

Yes, this Calf's Liver with Spinach Salad, Croutons, and Pine Nuts 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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