Sesame Chicken Pasta Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 (12 ounce) package radiatore pasta
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup salad oil
- 3/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
- 3 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup coarsely chopped green onion
- 4 cups torn fresh spinach leaves
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in sesame seeds and cook until golden brown. Remove from heat. Stir in soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. Pour dressing into a sealable container, and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together pasta, cooked chicken, and 1 cup dressing (reserve remaining dressing). Cover salad, and refrigerate at least 6 hours.
- Directly before serving, stir in parsley, green onions, and spinach. Toss with remaining dressing, if desired.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Sesame Seeds, Spinach.
Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production. 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...
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