Broiled Escarole with Blackberries, Blue Cheese, and Pecans - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 3

Lunch

This Broiled Escarole with Blackberries, Blue Cheese, and Pecans is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Lauren Haslett A sweet, poppy seed-spiked dressing is the perfect match for charred greens.

Ingredients

Juice of 1/2 large navel orange (about 1/4 cup)
2 tsp. honey
1/2 tsp. poppy seeds
Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
1/4 c. olive oil (stream it in gradually, while whisking, after mixing together the other ingredients)

Instructions

Cut off root end of escarole and separate leaves. Rinse escarole and let dry.
Heat an oven to broil. Place escarole on a sheet pan and toss the greens in olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Broil for about 3-4 minutes (until some parts just start to get crisp and browned). Remove the escarole from the oven and let cool while you work on the dressing.
To make the dressing: Combine all ingredients except the olive oil in a mixing bowl. Slowly stream in the oil while whisking continuously until dressing emulsifies. (makes about 1/2 cup dressing)
Toss greens in the dressing and top salad with blackberries, pecans, and blue cheese.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Poppy Seeds, Honey.

Poppy seeds are packed with calcium, magnesium, B vitamins, and zinc. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, i...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broiled Escarole with Blackberries, Blue Cheese, and Pecans good for PCOS?

Yes, this Broiled Escarole with Blackberries, Blue Cheese, and Pecans 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 3 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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