Dinner: Wilted Autumn Greens with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Recipe by Anne Stiles Quatrano This is a perfect autumn salad: not so much cooked as wilted greens in a warm, savory-sweet vinaigrette. Here in the South, we are lucky to have so many different greens that grow remarkably well virtually all year round. F

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Spinach, Nuts

Health benefits of Wilted Autumn Greens with Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

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 source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

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).

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