Snack: HERB ROASTED OLIVES

Prep Time: 35 mins

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health benefits of HERB ROASTED OLIVES

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.

Ingredients

1 cup (4 ounces) pitted black olives
1 cup (4 ounces) pitted Kalamata olives
1 cup (4 ounces) green olives, stuffed with garlic, almonds, or pimento
8 to 10 whole garlic cloves (1 ounce total), peeled
1 tablespoon Herbes de Provence (recipe follows)
¼ cup olive oil

Add after baking:
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
Sprigs of fresh rosemary and/or thyme for garnish, optional

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425º F.
Drain olives and place on a small, rimmed baking sheet with the garlic, Herbes de Provence, and olive oil. Toss together until well mixed. Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until olives are sizzling and garlic is starting to brown, stirring after first 10 minutes. Cool on pan until just warm.
Transfer to a bowl, grind fresh black pepper and grate fresh lemon zest over olives and toss. Garnish with sprigs of fresh herbs, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.