Grilled Sweet Potato and Napa Cabbage Salad with Lime Vinaigrette Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Grilled Sweet Potato and Napa Cabbage Salad with Lime Vinaigrette Recipe | Myrecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Mark Bittman To save time, you could also cook the pumpkin seeds in a skillet directly on the grill.

Ingredients

3 medium sweet potatoes (2 pounds)
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons warm water
2 teaspoons honey
Dash of hot sauce (optional)
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
3 cups shredded Napa cabbage
1 cup sliced red onion
1/3 cup pumpkin seeds, toasted
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

Prepare grill for indirect grilling, heating one side to medium-high and leaving one side with no heat.
Peel potatoes, and cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Combine potatoes, 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; toss.
Place potatoes on grill rack over unheated side; close lid. Cook 12 minutes on each side or until tender. Move potatoes to heated side; grill 2 minutes on each side or until charred.
Combine 1/4 cup oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, juice, and next 4 ingredients (through jalapeño) in a large bowl. Slice potato slices into strips. Add potatoes, cabbage, and remaining ingredients to bowl; toss.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey.

Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grilled Sweet Potato and Napa Cabbage Salad with Lime Vinaigrette Recipe | Myrecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grilled Sweet Potato and Napa Cabbage Salad with Lime Vinaigrette Recipe | Myrecipes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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