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Arugula, Corn, and Tomato Salad with Shaved Parmesan - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Arugula, Corn, and Tomato Salad with Shaved Parmesan
Servings: 4
Lunch

This Arugula, Corn, and Tomato Salad with Shaved Parmesan is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Fresh kernels of raw corn are so sweet and tender that they don't need to be cooked. Their natural sugars and crisp juiciness pair wonderfully with the salty Parmesan and peppery arugula.

Ingredients

  • 6 cups (lightly packed) fresh arugula (about 4 ounces)
  • 1 1/2 cups (lightly packed) fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (cut from about 2 small ears)
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 2 1/2-ounce piece Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Toss first 4 ingredients in large bowl. Whisk oil and lemon juice in small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Drizzle dressing over salad; toss to coat. Divide salad among plates. Using vegetable peeler, shave curls of Parmesan atop each salad and serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Basil.

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 form. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Arugula, Corn, and Tomato Salad with Shaved Parmesan recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

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

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