Roasted Green Beans with Preserved Lemon and Pine Nuts - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 lb. green beans
- 1/4 c. pine nuts
- 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp. white balsamic vinegar
- 4 anchovy fillets
- 2 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1/4 c. preserved lemon, sliced into 1/2-inch strips
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add green beans and blanche 3 minutes or until bright green and crisp-tender. Drain in a colander; rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. Drain; let dry on paper towels. (Can be prepared 1 day before serving; refrigerate wrapped in paper towels.)
- Place pine nuts in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook 2 minutes, tossing nuts frequently. Let cool.
- Whisk oil, vinegar, anchovies, garlic, and honey until blended. Place green beans and preserved lemon in a shallow roasting pan; add oil mixture and toss until evenly coated. Roast 8 to 10 minutes, tossing twice, or until lightly browned and tender. Transfer to a platter and season with pepper. Top with toasted pine nuts.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Honey, Nuts.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balan...
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