Veggie Salad in a Jar Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Veggie Salad in a Jar Recipe | MyRecipes
Servings: 2
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Katie Workman Make these salads up to a day ahead; pack them tightly with the dressing on the bottom, followed by denser ingredients that won't get soggy while they marinate. The recipe easily doubles if you need lunch for 4 people.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red or white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup rinsed and drained canned lower-sodium chickpeas
  • 1/2 cup sliced orange bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup sliced hearts of palm
  • 1/2 cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 2/3 cup cooked quinoa
  • 2 cups small leaf lettuce (such as romaine, spinach, and mesclun blend)
  • 1 ounce feta cheese, crumbled (about 1/4 cup)

Instructions

  1. Combine olive oil, vinegar, mustard, pepper, and salt in a 1-pint mason jar with a lid; shake well to blend. Divide dressing between 2 (1-pint) mason jars.
  2. Divide onion between the 2 jars. Repeat procedure with chickpeas, bell pepper, hearts of palm, tomatoes, and quinoa.
  3. Divide lettuce between the 2 jars, gently pressing down to fit. Divide cheese between the 2 jars; secure lids on jars.
  4. Refrigerate salad up to 1 day. Shake jar to distribute dressing before serving. Eat straight from the jar, or empty contents into a bowl.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.

Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.

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