Warm Brussels Sprout Leaves with Toasted Garlic and Lemon Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Warm Brussels Sprout Leaves with Toasted Garlic and Lemon Recipe | Myrecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
- 1 1/2 pounds brussels sprouts, trimmed, leaves pulled off, cores quartered
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Heat oil in a 5- to 6-qt. pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Reduce heat to low and add brussels sprout leaves and cores.
- Cook, stirring often, until brussels sprouts soften and start to brown, about 10 minutes. Add 2 tbsp. water, cover, and cook until cores are tender, about 5 minutes more. Season with salt and zest.
- Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Warm Brussels Sprout Leaves with Toasted Garlic and Lemon Recipe | Myrecipes 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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