Green Bean and Radicchio Salad with Roasted Beets and Balsamic Red Onions - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 16

Lunch

This Green Bean and Radicchio Salad with Roasted Beets and Balsamic Red Onions is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

An overnight pickling tames the red onions.

Ingredients

1 large red onion, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise
1/4 cup plus 6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 bay leaf
6 large beets (about 2 1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 pounds slender green beans, trimmed, cut in half crosswise
1/4 cup chopped shallots
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1 large head of radicchio

Instructions

Place onion, 1/4 cup vinegar, and bay leaf in large jar or medium bowl. Add just enough water to cover. Season generously with salt and pepper. Cover and chill overnight. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead.)
Preheat oven to 350 °F. Place large piece of foil on baking sheet. Place beets in center of foil. Drizzle beets with 1 tablespoon oil and 2 tablespoons water. Top with another piece of foil; crimp edges to seal tightly. Roast beets until tender when pierced with fork, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Cool completely.
Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 6 minutes. Rinse under cold water to cool. Drain and pat dry.
Whisk remaining 6 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1/2 cup oil, shallots, and thyme in small bowl to blend. Season dressing with salt and pepper. (Beets, beans, and dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate.)
Peel and cut beets into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Arrange large radicchio leaves over very large platter to cover (reserve small leaves for another use). Drain red onions; scatter over radicchio. Arrange beans over onions. Arrange beet slices decoratively over beans. Pour dressing over salad and serve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Green Bean and Radicchio Salad with Roasted Beets and Balsamic Red Onions good for PCOS?

Yes, this Green Bean and Radicchio Salad with Roasted Beets and Balsamic Red Onions 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 16 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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