Avocado Salad with Lime and Cumin Vinaigrette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Avocado Salad with Lime and Cumin Vinaigrette is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Bobby Flay This cool, creamy, and slightly spicy avocado salad is a creative and healthy side, perfect to accompany smoky grilled eats at a Fourth of July celebration.

Ingredients

1 tbsp. cumin seeds
1/4 c. lime juice
1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 c. whole cilantro leaves
2 tbsp. rice vinegar
1 tbsp. honey
kosher salt
Pepper
1/4 c. olive oil
1/4 c. vegetable oil
4 c. arugula leaves
2 lb. ripe tomatoes
4 large ripe Hass avocados
1 large red onion
1 tsp. ground cumin

Instructions

In 10-inch skillet, toast cumin seeds on medium-low for 3 to 5 minutes or until fragrant. Remove from heat; let cool completely.
In medium bowl, whisk together lime juice, chopped cilantro leaves, vinegar, honey, toasted cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Add oils in slow, steady stream, whisking to combine. Dressing can be transferred to airtight container and refrigerated for up to 3 hours.
Arrange arugula on serving platter. Top with tomatoes, avocados, and red onion. Drizzle with half of vinaigrette. Sprinkle with ground cumin and cilantro leaves. Serve with additional vinaigrette on the side, if desired.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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 Avocado Salad with Lime and Cumin Vinaigrette good for PCOS?

Yes, this Avocado Salad with Lime and Cumin Vinaigrette 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 8 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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