Broccoli Slaw with Miso-Ginger Dressing - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 bunch broccoli (about 1 1/2 pounds), stems peeled, heads coarsely chopped
- 2 medium carrots (about 3 ounces), peeled
- 1/3 cup white miso paste
- 1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons finely grated peeled ginger
- 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh Thai or regular basil
- 2 scallions, trimmed, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes, toasted, coarsely chopped
Instructions
- Using the coarse grater disk on a food processor or the largest holes on a box grater, coarsely grate broccoli stems and carrots into a large bowl.
- Whisk miso paste, orange zest, orange juice, ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in another large bowl until smooth. Add broccoli stems, broccoli heads, and carrot and toss to combine. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Toss with cilantro, mint, basil, and scallions, transfer to a serving dish, and top with coconut.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Miso, Basil.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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