Ranch Ham and Pasta Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Ranch Ham and Pasta Salad
Servings: 6
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Potatoes add a new twist to this picnic favorite, prepared in under an hour.

Ingredients

  • 4 unpeeled small new potatoes, cubed (2 cups)
  • 2 cups uncooked radiatore (nugget) pasta (6 ounces)
  • 2 cups broccoli flowerets
  • 1 cup diced fully cooked ham
  • 1/4 cup chopped drained roasted red bell peppers (from 7-ounce jar)
  • 2 medium green onions, chopped (2 tablespoons)
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
  • 1/3 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Instructions

  1. Place potatoes in 4-quart Dutch oven; add enough water just to cover potatoes. Cover and heat to boiling; boil 4 minutes. Remove potatoes from water with slotted spoon.
  2. Add pasta to boiling water in Dutch oven; cook and drain as directed on package, adding broccoli for last 2 minutes of cooking. Cool potatoes, pasta and broccoli slightly. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until completely chilled.
  3. Mix potatoes, pasta, broccoli, ham, bell peppers and onions in large glass or plastic bowl. Mix mayonnaise, ranch dressing and pepper; gently stir into potato mixture. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...

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