Healthy White Bean and Kale Hummus - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Healthy White Bean and Kale Hummus is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 large kale leaves, inner stems removed
- One 14-ounce can white beans, drained and rinsed (about 2 cups)
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 1/2 a lemon)
- 1 clove of garlic
- 3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 2 to 3 tablespoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon Bragg Liquid Aminos or low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Add the kale leaves and about 2 tablespoons of water to a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Cover and steam for 2 minutes, or until kale is soft. Remove from the heat and drain any remaining water.
- Add the kale and all the remaining ingredients except the water to a food processor or high-powered blender. Pulse until everything is combined then add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the hummus is a smooth, thick and spreadable consistency. Taste and add more salt if necessary.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Kale, Lemon.
Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg maturation and follicle development in the ovaries. 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 f...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Healthy White Bean and Kale Hummus recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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