Chicory and Asian Pear Salad with Membrillo Vinaigrette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup Sherry or red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons membrillo (quince paste) or orange marmalade
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
- 2 medium Asian pears, cut into bite-size pieces
- 8 cups mixed chicories (such as radicchio, escarole, and/or frisee), torn into 2" pieces
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
Instructions
- Heat vinegar in a small saucepan over medium. Add membrillo, whisking to dissolve, then whisk in mustard. Season with salt and pepper; let cool.
- Toss pears and chicories in a large bowl. Whisk oil into membrillo mixture; season with salt. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve topped with walnuts.
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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