Insalata Rustica - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Insalata Rustica is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1 bunch red grapes
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for oiling
4 ounces prosciutto, sliced 1/8 inch thick and diced
4 ounces Tuscan pecorino, sliced 1/8 inch thick and cut into wedges
2 pears, thinly sliced
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
2 tablespoons acacia flower honey or other light floral honey
4 ounces gorgonzola
10 cups loosely packed greens (frisee, arugula, Treviso or radicchio)
1/2 cup dried cherries, rehydrated in warm water
3 teaspoons high-quality balsamic vinegar
1 lemon, juiced
Salt and pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Remove the grapes from the stems and toss with a little olive oil. Roast until slightly softened, 10 to 15 minutes. In a medium pan over medium heat, saute the prosciutto until crisp. Remove to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain off the fat. Around the rim of each of six plates, make three equidistant stacks consisting of pecorino cheese on the bottom, sliced pears in the middle and pine nuts and honey on top. In between the cheese/pear stacks, place three small pieces of gorgonzola. In a large mixing bowl, combine the greens, roasted grapes, cherries, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix until evenly incorporated. Evenly distribute the dressed greens and place in a mound in the center of each plate. Garnish with some crispy prosciutto and serve.
NotesThis recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant or culinary professional and may have been scaled down from a bulk recipe. The Food Network Kitchens have not it for home use and therefore cannot make any representation as to the results.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Insalata Rustica good for PCOS?

Yes, this Insalata Rustica 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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