Cilantro Edamame Hummus - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Recipe by CRAZY4SUSHI
Traditionally made with chickpeas, this hummus has a new twist using shelled edamame. Serve with pita chips or celery sticks.
Ingredients
- 1 (12 ounce) package frozen shelled edamame (green soybeans)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup packed cilantro leaves
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Place edamame into a large pot and cover with salted water. Place over medium-low heat, bring to a simmer, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes; drain.
- Puree garlic in food processor until minced. Add edamame, tahini, water, cilantro, lemon juice, olive oil, kosher salt, cumin, and cayenne pepper; blend until smooth.
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.
Stop Second-Guessing Every Meal
Get a personalized eating plan for YOUR PCOS type. Know exactly what to eat this week.
Personalized for your PCOS type
Delivered in 24 hours
Just $9 one-time
No subscription. No commitment.
Not sure what to eat for PCOS?
Take a 60-second quiz and get a personalized 7-day meal plan.
Take the Quiz
Comments
Register or log in to add a comment