Peach Salad with Tomatoes, Feta and Basil Vinaigrette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup torn fresh basil leaves
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup good-quality sherry vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small shallot, roughly chopped
- Kosher salt and cracked black pepper
- 1 1/2 pounds heirloom tomatoes, roughly chopped
- 4 to 5 ripe peaches, sliced into wedges
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, for garnish
Instructions
- For the dressing: Combine the basil, olive oil, vinegar, honey, Dijon and shallots in a blender until the dressing emulsifies and the basil is pureed. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the tomatoes and peaches in a bowl and toss to coat with the dressing. Top with the feta cheese. Serve at room temperature.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey, Basil.
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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