Wilted Autumn Greens with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 medium African or small butternut squash
- 2 Moonglow or Asian pears, cored, peeled, and diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup (about 12) chestnuts
- 10 shallots, peeled
- 1/3 pound (about 2 bunches) tender komatsuna leaves or fresh spinach, torn
- 1/3 pound (about 2 heads) tatsoi, torn
- 1/3 pound (about 2 bunches) mustard greens, torn
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 °F.
- Peel the squash: First cut into two cross sections, scrape out the seeds, and place the squash, flat side down, on a cutting board. Work around the squash with a sharp knife or peeler, making sure to remove the layer of lighter colored flesh under the skin as well as the skin. Dice into 1/2-inch cubes to make about 1 cup (reserve any leftovers for another use).
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Nuts.
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. Nuts are a natural sourc...
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