Baby Spinach, Avocado, and Pumpkin Seed Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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Ingredients
- 10 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and ready to use
- 1/2 cup green pumpkin seeds
- 2 (small to medium-sized) avocados
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lime, zested and juiced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Put the spinach leaves and pumpkin seeds into a large salad bowl.
- Halve the avocados and then remove the stones. Spoon out the flesh over the salad leaves and pumpkin seeds.
- Mix the olive oil, lime juice and zest in a small bowl. Add the salt and whisk to emulsify.
- Pour the dressing over the salad, and then gently toss everything together using your hands. Take care not to mush the avocado pieces.
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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