Cauliflower with Bacon, Capers, Peppers, and Raisins - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Ingredients
- 3 oz bacon (3 or 4 slices), cut crosswise into 1/4-inch strips
- 2 lb cauliflower, cored and cut into 2- to 2 1/2-inch-wide florets
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1 tablespoon drained bottled capers
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
- 1 Turkish or 1/2 California bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a 10- to 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned but not crisp, about 4 minutes.
- Add cauliflower and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
- Add bell pepper, cream, raisins, capers, garlic, and bay leaf and cook over moderately low heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until cauliflower is tender, about 12 minutes. Add lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste. Discard bay leaf.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
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.
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