Plantain Chips with Citrus Guacamole Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe avocados, peeled
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
- 1 tablespoon each lemon, lime and orange juice
- 1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
- 3 green plantains
- Oil for deep-fat frying
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mash avocados with jalapeno, juices and 1/2 teaspoon salt; set aside.
- Peel plantains. With a mandoline or vegetable peeler, cut plantains lengthwise into thin slices. In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375 °. Add plantains, a few at a time, and cook for 30-60 seconds or until golden brown, turning often. Drain on paper towels.
- Combine the cumin, cayenne and remaining salt; sprinkle over chips. Serve with guacamole.
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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