Red Lentil Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Red Lentil Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole almonds
- 1 cup dried red lentils
- 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
- 2 teaspoons minced ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon black mustard seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom seeds
- A pinch coriander seeds
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 cup grated carrot
- 1 cup grated radish
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- A pinch salt and pepper
- 8 Boston lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Toast the almonds in a heavy skillet over medium heat until they are golden and very aromatic, 5 to 6 minutes. Roughly chop them and set aside.
- Put the lentils in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Place over medium-high heat, bring to a boil and cook until they are just barely tender and still quite red, about 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water to halt the cooking process. Shake out all excess water, and then put the lentils into a large bowl.
- Pour the oil into a skillet and, when it is hot, add the ginger and garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the garam masala, cumin, mustard, cardamom and coriander seeds and cook for 1 minute. Add the lime juice, and then pour over the lentils. Then add the carrots, radishes, red peppers, cilantro and mint. Season with salt and pepper and toss well to combine.
- Line a serving platter with overlapping lettuce leaves. Mound the lentil salad over them. Sprinkle with toasted almonds and serve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Red Lentil Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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