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Down-Home Coleslaw - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Down-Home Coleslaw
Lunch

This Down-Home Coleslaw is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
An easy and tasty cabbage side dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 (1 1/2 lb) head cabbage, quartered, cored, and shredded
  • 2 carrots, (about 1 cup) peeled and shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery seed

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss together the cabbage, carrots, parsley and chives.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients. Add to the cabbage mixture and toss well to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning if desired. Let coleslaw stand at least 10 minutes before serving.

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

Yes, this Down-Home Coleslaw 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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