Portobello and Asparagus Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, tough ends removed
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 lb penne pasta, cooked
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
Instructions
- Remove stems from portobello mushrooms.
- Brush mushrooms, asparagus and tomatoes with olive oil. Grill mushrooms over medium heat until tender, 4 to 5 minutes per side, turning occasionally. Cut mushrooms into thin strips; place in a medium bowl.
- Grill asparagus over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally. Cut asparagus into 2 inch lengths; add to mushrooms in bowl.
- Grill tomatoes, cut side down, over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add to mushrooms and asparagus and toss in the pasta. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil. Sprinkle with seasoning, tossing gently to coat.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Asparagus.
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. Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many wome...
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