Roasted Winter Squash, Ham and Parsley Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Dinner

This Roasted Winter Squash, Ham and Parsley Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
One 3-pound winter squashhalved, seeded and cut into 12 wedges
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 cup hazelnuts (2 ounces)
2 tablespoons hazelnut oil
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
2 packed cups flat-leaf parsley
2 1/2 ounces baked ham, cut into 1/2-inch dice (1/2 cup)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 475 °. Melt the butter on a large rimmed baking sheet in the oven. Toss the squash in the butter until coated, then lay the wedges on their sides and roast for about 15 minutes, or until browned; turn to the other side and roast for 15 minutes longer.
Turn the squash wedges skin side down and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with the maple syrup and sprinkle with the coriander. Roast for about 2 minutes, or until bubbling. Remove from the oven, cover loosely with foil and let cool slightly.
Reduce the oven temperature to 375 °. Toast the hazelnuts in a pie plate in the oven for 10 minutes, or until browned. Transfer the hazelnuts to a kitchen towel and let cool slightly, then rub the nuts in the towel to remove the skins. Coarsely chop the hazelnuts.
In a medium bowl, combine the hazelnut oil with the vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Add the parsley, ham and toasted hazelnuts and toss well. Arrange 3 squash wedges on each plate, top with the salad and serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roasted Winter Squash, Ham and Parsley Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Roasted Winter Squash, Ham and Parsley Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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