Summer Panzanella - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Summer Panzanella is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 large baguettes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 large, seedless cucumber, roughly chopped
- 2 pints cherry tomatoes (preferably multi-colored), halved
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp. honey
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 bunch basil, torn
Instructions
- Pre-heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss bread with 1/4 cup olive oil. Add bread to skillet and toast until golden and crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, remaining olive oil, and honey. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- To large bowl, add crispy bread, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and garlic. Toss with dressing until evenly coated. Season with more salt and pepper.
- Garnish with basil.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey, Basil.
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
Yes, this Summer Panzanella recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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