Wilted Spinach Salad with Chickpeas - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 lb. cherry tomatoes
- 1 can chickpeas
- 4 tbsp. olive oil
- Coarse salt and ground pepper
- 2 tbsp. white-wine vinegar
- 1 lb. baby spinach
- 1/2 c. slivered black olives
Instructions
- Heat broiler. On a broiler-safe rimmed baking sheet, toss cherry tomatoes with chickpeas with one tablespoon olive oil; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Broil, tossing occasionally, until tomatoes are slightly charred, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil and white-wine vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- Add baby spinach, hot vegetables, and black olives. Toss with vinaigrette (spinach will wilt slightly).
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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