Carrot "Tabbouleh" Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Carrot "Tabbouleh" Recipe | MyRecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Maureen Callahan Fresh carrots stand in for bulgur in this no-cook, gluten-free side dish. You can use white wine vinegar in place of lemon juice.

Ingredients

8 ounces carrots, trimmed, peeled, and coarsely chopped (about 2 cups)
1/4 teaspoon whole cumin seeds
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
3/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup golden raisins, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

Place carrots and cumin seeds in the bowl of a food processor; pulse 3 to 4 times or until coarsely chopped. Add walnuts; pulse 3 times or until coarsely chopped. Place carrot mixture in a bowl. Add parsley and remaining ingredients; stir to combine.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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. Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carrot "Tabbouleh" Recipe | MyRecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Carrot "Tabbouleh" Recipe | MyRecipes 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 4 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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