Creamy Summer Slaw - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup buttermilk
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
- 1 small bunch broccoli (about 12 ounces)
- 1/2 medium Napa cabbage, thinly sliced (about 6 cups)
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 8 ounces sugar snap peas, thinly sliced
- 4 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, divided
Instructions
- Combine buttermilk, mayonnaise, and lemon juice in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper and whisk to combine. Set buttermilk dressing aside.
- Using a vegetable peeler, peel broccoli stalk if skin is thick. Halve broccoli lengthwise, then thinly slice crosswise, starting at crown. Toss broccoli, cabbage, scallions, sugar snap peas, 2 tablespoons chives, and reserved buttermilk dressing in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Serve slaw topped with remaining 2 tablespoons chives.
- DO AHEAD: Slaw can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Lemon.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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