Quinoa Salad With Roasted Squash, Dried Cranberries, and Pecans - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Quinoa Salad With Roasted Squash, Dried Cranberries, and Pecans is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl Proof that quinoa salads are anything but boring: This recipe loaded with sweet roasted squash, kale, and feta is a total flavor bomb.

Ingredients

1 c. quinoa
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 medium Delicata squash, seeded and thinly sliced into half moons (about 2 cups)
1 bunch Tuscan kale, thinly sliced (stems removed) (1 1/2 cups)
1/3 c. toasted pecans
1/3 c. dried cranberries
1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 c. crumbled feta

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and 2 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer, covered, 15 minutes. Turn off heat and let sit 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper. Spread out on a sheet tray to cool completely.
Meanwhile, arrange squash on a baking sheet and roast until tender and golden, 15 minutes. Let cool slightly.
In a large bowl, toss together quinoa, squash, kale, pecans, and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Drizzle over salad and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Crumble feta on top and serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Kale, Cranberries.

Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg maturation and follicle development in the ovaries. Researchers believe that cranberries contain substances that prevent infection-causing bacteria from sticking to the urinary tract walls. However, store-bought cranberry juice is typically all sugar - so make sure to stick with straight cranberries. Cranberries: The Unsung Hero in PCOS Management Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) stands as one of the predominant hormonal...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quinoa Salad With Roasted Squash, Dried Cranberries, and Pecans good for PCOS?

Yes, this Quinoa Salad With Roasted Squash, Dried Cranberries, and Pecans recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. 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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