Summery Cobb Salad with Buttermilk Dressing - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Summery Cobb Salad with Buttermilk Dressing is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl This riff on the classic cobb is almost too gorge to eat.

Ingredients

1/4 c. plus 1 tbsp. Greek yogurt
2 tbsp. lemon juice
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/2 c. low-fat buttermilk
2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley (or chives)
kosher salt
Black pepper
4 slices bacon
2 hearts Romaine, halved, cored, and chopped (about 8 cups)
1 avocado diced (1 cup)
1/2 pt. Grape Tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 large ear corn, kernels removed (1 cup)
1 c. shredded rotisserie chicken

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon, and garlic. Slowly pour in buttermilk, whisking constantly. Whisk in parsley and season with salt and pepper. Place in fridge until ready to use.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook bacon until brown and crisp, about 8 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate until cool, then crumble.
Place lettuce in a large bowl. For a pretty presentation, arrange toppings into colorful stripes: avocadoes, tomatoes, corn, bacon, and chicken. Drizzle with buttermilk dressing and serve.

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 Summery Cobb Salad with Buttermilk Dressing good for PCOS?

Yes, this Summery Cobb Salad with Buttermilk Dressing 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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