Spinach Salad with Bacon and Tangy Vinaigrette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup Splenda
- 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire
- 3/4 cup white onion, roughly chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup salad oil
- One bag of pre-washed spinach leaves
- 8 strips of bacon (or 2 strips per person)
- 1 (8 oz.) container of water chestnuts
- 1 package cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, combine the white wine vinegar, ketchup, Splenda, Worcestershire, roughly chopped white onion and salt. Puree the dressing until it is well blended.
- While the food processor is still running, drizzle in the salad oil.
- Cook the bacon, chop the water chestnuts and prepare any other desired additional ingredients.
- Plate the spinach and add the crispy bacon, chopped water chestnuts and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with 2 Tablespoons of the tangy vinaigrette and serve.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Nuts, Apple Cider Vinegar.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being. Nuts are a natural sourc...
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