Sesame Steamed Spinach - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 c. water
- 3 lb. spinach
- 4 tsp. sesame oil
- 4 tsp. rice-wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp. roasted sesame seeds
- Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Bring the water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add spinach one bunch at a time, covering pan after each addition and adding more spinach once the prior batch has wilted. When all spinach is in the pan, let steam, covered, until completely wilted, about 30 seconds.
- Drain spinach in a colander, pressing down with a wooden spoon to extract as much liquid as possible; let cool slightly.
- Transfer spinach to a serving bowl, and drizzle with sesame oil, vinegar, and half the toasted sesame seeds. Toss well to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled, and garnish with remaining sesame seeds.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Sesame Seeds, Spinach.
Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production. 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...
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