Hardy Greens With Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Hardy Greens With Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Natalie Chanin & Butch Anthony Be on the lookout for collards with smaller, tender leaves. If using more mature bunches, cut into thin ribbons instead of tearing.

Ingredients

2 garlic cloves, finely grated
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
4 cups torn collard greens
4 cups torn turnip greens, beet greens, and/or kale
3/4 cup dried cranberries, divided

Instructions

Whisk garlic, oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and honey in a large bowl; season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
Add collard greens and turnip greens to vinaigrette and toss to coat. Add half of cranberries, season with salt and pepper, and toss again to combine.
Top salad with remaining cranberries just before serving.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg maturation and follicle development in the ovaries. Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural f...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hardy Greens With Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette good for PCOS?

Yes, this Hardy Greens With Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette 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 8 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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