Honey Lemon Carrots - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 lb carrots, peeled, thinly sliced into coins
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest, grated
- 2 tablespoons butter
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Place carrots in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover saucepan and steam 7-8 min or until carrots are tender. Transfer carrots to a bowl. Toss with remaining ingredients. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Paula's grandmother's note: Omit the cilantro and lemon zest and place in a blender to puree for a great baby food!
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Honey.
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. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balan...
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