Charred Zucchini Salad Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Charred Zucchini Salad Recipe | Myrecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Erik Anderson uses lardo for part of the fat in the dressing. It's seasoned and cured pork fat somewhat similar to bacon. Find it at specialty markets or at almagourmet.com. Or substitute an equal amount of rendered bacon fat (16 ounces chopped bacon will

Ingredients

3.5 ounces diced lardo (see note above)
1/4 cup plus 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/4 cup champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons finely diced celery
6 whole pickled teardrop chiles plus 1 1/2 Tbsp. chopped (see note above), divided
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon chopped preserved lemon
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
3 medium zucchini, sliced crosswise 1/8 inch thick (about 8 oz.)
12 fresh oregano leaves
12 fresh parsley leaves
2 teaspoons thinly sliced fresh chives
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 ounce Parmesan cheese, shaved

Instructions

Combine lardo and 1/4 cup olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Cook until fat is melted and any meat bits are crisp and brown, about 10 minutes. Add vinegar, celery, 6 chiles, sugar, and lemon. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt. Reserve 6 tablespoons vinaigrette (store remaining vinaigrette refrigerated in an airtight container up to 2 weeks).
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add half of zucchini; cook, without stirring, 4 minutes or until zucchini is charred. Toss gently; cook 30 more seconds. Transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with remaining oil and zucchini.
Reheat reserved 6 tablespoons vinaigrette over medium heat; pour over zucchini. Add oregano, next 4 ingredients (through pepper), and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss. Transfer to a serving dish; top with Parmesan and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped chiles.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charred Zucchini Salad Recipe | Myrecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Charred Zucchini Salad Recipe | Myrecipes 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 6 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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