Tomato, Corn, and Barley Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 5

Lunch

This Tomato, Corn, and Barley Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Frank P. Melodia Serve this fresh corn and tomato salad as an antidote to heavy barbecue main dishes.

Ingredients

2 1/4 c. water
1/2 c. pearl barley
3 ear corn
2 large tomatoes
2 mini seedless cucumbers
1/4 c. snipped fresh chives
1/4 c. Crème fraîche
1 tbsp. rice wine vinegar
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper

Instructions

Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in barley, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 30 minutes, until most of the water has been absorbed and the barley is firm-tender. Transfer to a bowl; cool.
Meanwhile, brush corn with oil and grill over medium heat until lightly browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Remove kernels with a sharp knife (there should be 2 cups).
Add corn, tomatoes, cucumbers, and chives to barley. Mix crème fraîche, vinegar, and salt in a small cup, then add to salad and gently toss to dress. Season with freshly ground pepper to taste.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Barley.

Barley is about the best grain a woman with PCOS can eat. It is low in calories and has the lowest GI of all grains. Low-GI grains such as barley take much longer to digest and create a slow, steady rise in blood glucose and insulin levels. As mentioned before on Fertility Chef, low-GI foods reduce cravings. If possible, try and find hulled barley as it is the most nutrient dense of all types of barley.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tomato, Corn, and Barley Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Tomato, Corn, and Barley Salad 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 5 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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