Melon Lime Slushy - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 6 cups diced honeydew, cantaloupe or watermelon
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, plus more to taste
- 1/2 cup sugar, plus more to taste
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
- 1/2 cup silver tequila or mezcal (optional)
Instructions
- Spread melon pieces on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer. Freeze until just hard, about 1 hour.
- Transfer melon pieces to a food processor and add lime juice, sugar, thyme, 1/2 cup water and tequila, if desired. Pulse until smooth and slushy, scraping the sides of the bowl occasionally. Add water if you prefer a thinner consistency. Add lime juice and sugar to taste.
- Divide among serving glasses and garnish with thyme sprigs. Serve immediately with spoons, or let melt slightly to serve as a drink
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey.
Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...
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