Asparagus with Hazelnuts and Tarragon Vinaigrette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Asparagus with Hazelnuts and Tarragon Vinaigrette is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1/4 cup minced shallots
- 3 tablespoons tarragon-white wine vinegar
- 4 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon or 1 1/4 teaspoons dried
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 7 tablespoons hazelnut oil, walnut oil or olive oil
- 4 cups baby lettuces or inner leaves of curly endive
- 1/4 cup hazelnuts, toasted, husked, coarsely chopped
Instructions
- Pour water into large pot to depth of 1 inch and bring to boil. Place asparagus on steamer rack set over water in pot. Cover pot and steam until asparagus is crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer asparagus to bowl of ice water and cool. Drain. Place asparagus on paper towels. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- Combine shallots, vinegar, tarragon and mustard in bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Place baby lettuces on large platter. Arrange asparagus atop lettuces. Drizzle with vinaigrette. Sprinkle with hazelnuts.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Asparagus, Nuts.
Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many women of reproductive age. This nutrient-dense vegetable offers a myriad of health benefits that align perfectly with the dietary needs of those managing PCOS, making it an essential addition to their diet. Rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, asparagus is particularly high in folate, vitamins A, C, E, and K, and has significant levels of chromium—a trace mineral that enha...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Asparagus with Hazelnuts and Tarragon Vinaigrette recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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