Sautéed Kohlrabi - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Garlic is supports cardiovascular health and has anti-inflammatory properties.
This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your snack.
Ingredients
- 2 kohlrabi
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoons grass-fed butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Trim the stalks from the kohlrabi and slice off the bottom. Peel the bulbs and slice thinly (approx. 1/4 inch thick).
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add sliced kohlrabi and cook until tender, but still firm. I think I cooked between 4-5 minutes. Drain and run under cold water to stop cooking and dry on a paper towel.
- Heat butter in skillet and add garlic until fragrant. Add slices of kohlrabi, salt and pepper and saute until golden brown on both sides.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve!
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Sautéed Kohlrabi contribute to your health goals:
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Sautéed Kohlrabi can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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