Brussels Sprout and Sweet Potato Salad Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced (about 9 cups)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb. total), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 3/4 cups)
- 1 medium onion, sliced (about 2 1/4 cups)
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for baking sheets
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 °F. Line 2 large baking sheets with foil and brush lightly with oil. Toss Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes and onion with 2 Tbsp. oil, red pepper flakes and salt. Arrange in a single layer on baking sheets. Roast in upper and lower thirds of oven, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, honey and remaining 2 Tbsp. oil. Add vegetables, toss to coat and serve.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey.
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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