Spicy Chipotle Grilled Vegetables - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt
- 2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise, cut into 1-inch slices (2 cups)
- 1 small red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces (3/4 cup)
- 1 lb fresh asparagus spears, cut into 2-inch pieces (about 3 1/2 cups)
- 8 oz baby pattypan squash, cut in half
- 1 canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce, seeds removed, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon grated orange peel
- 1/2 cup orange juice
Instructions
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, place garlic, oil, salt, zucchini, bell pepper, asparagus and squash; seal bag and toss to coat. Place vegetables in grill basket (grill "wok").
- Place grill basket on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, stir together chile, orange peel and orange juice; set aside.
- In large bowl, toss cooked vegetables with orange juice mixture. Serve warm.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Asparagus.
Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many women of reproductive age. This nutrient-dense vegetable offers a myriad of health benefits that align perfectly with the dietary needs of those managing PCOS, making it an essential addition to their diet. Rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, asparagus is particularly high in folate, vitamins A, C, E, and K, and has significant levels of chromium—a trace mineral that enha...
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