Winter Pasta and Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Ingredients
- 1 package farfalle or corkscrew pasta
- 1 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 2 1/2-pound purchased rotisserie chicken
- 1 bunch spinach
- 1 lb. seedless red grapes
- 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare farfalle as label directs, using 2 teaspoons salt in water; drain. Rinse farfalle with running cold water to cool; drain.
- Meanwhile, remove and discard skin and bones from chicken; tear meat into bite-size pieces. Rinse spinach; drain well. Coarsely chop spinach. Cut each grape in half if large.
- In large bowl, toss farfalle with chicken, spinach, grapes, Parmesan cheese, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and remaining ingredients to mix well.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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