Cucumber Gazpacho with Watermelon and Mint - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Ingredients
- 1 bunch mint, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 4 large English cucumbers, peeled and chopped
- 2 1/3 cups seeded and diced watermelon
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 small sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Kosher salt
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta
- 1/2 cup pepitas, toasted
- Chili-infused oil, for garnish
Instructions
- Reserve 2 tablespoons of the mint. Place the remaining mint in a large bowl along with the cucumbers, 2 cups watermelon, yogurt, onion, cilantro, lemon juice, ginger, cayenne pepper and 2 teaspoon salt. In small batches, puree in a food processor until smooth. Place in a pitcher or large bowl and refrigerate for 2 hours. Taste the gazpacho before serving and season with additional salt if needed. Divide the soup among 6 chilled bowls and top with the feta, toasted pepitas, remaining watermelon, reserved mint and a drizzle of chili infused oil.
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.
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