Summer Fig and Watermelon Salad with Feta Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Summer Fig and Watermelon Salad with Feta Recipe | Myrecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Domenica Marchetti Balsamic glaze is a syrup of concentrated, cooked-down, sweetened balsamic vinegar; it adds a sweet and tangy element to this refreshing salad. Look for it near the vinegar.

Ingredients

2 cups cubed seedless watermelon
1/2 cup thinly vertically sliced red onion
2 large fresh Calimyrna or other green-skinned figs, stemmed
2 large fresh Brown Turkey, Black Mission, or Striped Tiger figs, stemmed
1 ounce crumbled feta cheese (about 1/4 cup)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Arrange watermelon on a serving platter; top evenly with onion.
Halve figs lengthwise; arrange figs on platter; sprinkle with cheese.
Combine oil, juice, and honey, stirring with a whisk. Drizzle over salad; sprinkle with mint and basil. Drizzle balsamic glaze over salad; sprinkle evenly with salt and black pepper.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balan...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Summer Fig and Watermelon Salad with Feta Recipe | Myrecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Summer Fig and Watermelon Salad with Feta 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 4 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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