Warm Mushroom and Charred Onion Salad

This Warm Mushroom and Charred Onion Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Abraham Conlon Fat Rice chef Abraham Conlon cooks a variety of meaty wild mushrooms with Madeira, garlic and lemon juice, then combines them with charred onions for a luscious and tangy dish. If you can't get spring onions, use a combination of

Ingredients

6 spring onions, bulbs halved lengthwise and green tops thinly sliced
1 1/4 pounds mixed wild mushrooms, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Kosher salt and pepper
1/2 cup Madeira
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 ounces watercress, thick stems discarded, plus watercress flowers for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Set a very large skillet over moderately high heat until smoking. Add the onion bulbs cut side down and cook until lightly charred, about 4 minutes; transfer to a plate. Add the mushrooms and olive oil to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 7 minutes.
Add the onion bulbs, garlic and a pinch each of salt and pepper to the skillet. Add the Madeira and cook, stirring, until the mushrooms and onions are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice and onion tops. Transfer to a serving bowl. Fold in the watercress and season with salt and pepper. Top with watercress flowers, if using, and serve.

Why this Warm Mushroom and Charred Onion Salad works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Warm Mushroom and Charred Onion Salad that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Warm Mushroom and Charred Onion Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Warm Mushroom and Charred Onion 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?

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