Cucumber-Mint Salad with Creamy Lemon and Greek Yogurt Vinaigrette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Cucumber-Mint Salad with Creamy Lemon and Greek Yogurt Vinaigrette is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Todd Porter and Diane Cu A simple salad of cucumbers and fresh spearmint comes together perfectly with a lemony, creamy vinaigrette made from Greek yogurt.

Ingredients

1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium lemon
3 tbsp. lemon juice
3 tbsp. Greek yogurt
2 tbsp. shallots
1 tsp. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp. kosher or sea salt
Fresh cracked black pepper

Instructions

In a bowl whisk together the vinaigrette ingredients. Chill until ready to serve.
Pat the cucumber slices dry between paper towels. Combine with the mint in a large bowl. Toss with the vinaigrette and season with additional salt, if desired. Serve chilled. Looking for more healthy recipes? Check out our collections of low-fat recipes, healthy recipes for the whole day, and vegan recipes.

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 Cucumber-Mint Salad with Creamy Lemon and Greek Yogurt Vinaigrette good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cucumber-Mint Salad with Creamy Lemon and Greek Yogurt Vinaigrette 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 4 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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