Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds and Raisins - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds and Raisins is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 52 calories, 2.38g protein, and 6.07g carbs per serving. Ready in 14 minutes. High in fiber (0.6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup low fat yogurt
- 0.12 cup orange juice
- 1 miniature box raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 4 cups flowerets broccoli
- 1/4 cup hulled sunflower seeds
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise, low calorie
Instructions
- Combine broccoli, onion, raisins, and sunflower seeds in a medium bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk the yogurt, orange juice, and mayonnaise until blended.
- Pour over broccoli mixture and toss to coat.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds and Raisins contribute to your health goals:
- Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
- Yogurt: Gut-friendly bacteria may help regulate the hormonal imbalances in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds and Raisins can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Sunflower Seeds.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Broccoli Salad with Sunflower Seeds and Raisins recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 52 calories per serving with 2.38g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 0.6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 14 minutes total. Prep time is 14 minutes. It makes 8 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 52 calories, 2.38g protein (18%), 6.07g carbs, 2.6g fat. Plus 0.6g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Salad And Salad Dressing. At 52 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Salad And Salad Dressing. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 8 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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