Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Dip - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 medium red peppers
- 1/2 c. walnuts
- 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
- 2 slice firm white bread
- 2 tbsp. raspberry vinegar
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- .13 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
- Toasted pita triangles
Instructions
- Preheat broiler if manufacturer directs. Line broiling pan with foil. Broil peppers at closest position to source of heat, turning occasionally, 10 minutes or until charred and blistered all over. Remove from broiler. Wrap foil around peppers and allow to steam at room temperature 15 minutes or until cool enough to handle.
- Meanwhile, turn oven control to 350 degrees F. Spread walnuts in metal baking pan and bake 8 to 10 minutes, until toasted. In 1-quart saucepan, toast cumin over low heat 1 to 2 minutes, until very fragrant.
- Remove peppers from foil. Peel off skin; discard skin and seeds. Cut peppers into large pieces. In food processor with knife blade attached, blend walnuts until ground. Add roasted peppers, cumin, bread, raspberry vinegar, olive oil, salt, and ground red pepper; blend until smooth. Transfer to bowl. Cover and refrigerate if not serving right away. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before serving. Serve with toasted pita triangles.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts, Walnuts.
Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity. Walnuts are an excellent addition to the diet for managing PCOS symptoms. These nutrient-dense nuts are packed with healthy fats, protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. But what makes walnuts particularly beneficial for indiv...
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