Radicchio Salad with Pickled Grapes and Goat Cheese - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Radicchio Salad with Pickled Grapes and Goat Cheese is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Chris Morocco Crunchy, bitter, acidic, juicy: If these words don't make you think of salad, this gorgeous dish is about to expand your vocabulary.

Ingredients

1/2 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 star anise pods
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, chopped
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more
3 tablespoons fresh orange juice, divided
1 cup seedless black grapes, halved if large
8 cups torn or sliced Treviso and/or Chioggia radicchio
2 tablespoons olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup unsalted, roasted almonds, chopped
2 ounces aged goat cheese, crumbled (about 1/3 cup)

Instructions

Combine vinegar, sugar, star anise, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 tablespoons orange juice, and 1/4 cup water in a medium bowl or glass jar; stir (or cover and shake) until sugar and salt dissolve. Add grapes and let sit at room temperature at least 30 minutes.
Toss radicchio in a large bowl with oil, 3 tablespoons strained pickling liquid, and remaining 1 tablespoon orange juice; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a platter and scatter drained pickled grapes, almonds, and goat cheese over top.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Radicchio Salad with Pickled Grapes and Goat Cheese good for PCOS?

Yes, this Radicchio Salad with Pickled Grapes and Goat Cheese 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 4 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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