Seasoned Spinach Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
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This Asian-inspired seasoned spinach recipe is easy to make, and great as a stand-alone side or as part of another dish.
Ingredients
- 2 (10-ounce) packages fresh spinach, divided
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
- 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dark sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Steam half of spinach, covered, for 5 minutes or until the spinach wilts; place steamed spinach in a colander. Repeat procedure with remaining spinach. Cool slightly, and squeeze dry.
- Place spinach in a bowl. Add onions and remaining ingredients; toss mixture well to combine. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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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