Romaine and Charred Corn Salad with Avocado Dressing - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 c. fresh corn kernels
- 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp. lemon juice
- 2 tsp. honey
- 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
- 1/2 Hass avocado
- kosher salt
- Pepper
- 3 romaine hearts
- 1/2 c. very thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 c. shredded pecorino cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler. Spread the corn kernels on a large rimmed baking sheet. Broil 6 inches from the heat for about 5 minutes, until lightly charred. Let the corn kernels cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the olive oil with the lemon juice, honey and garlic. Add the avocado and, using a fork, lightly smash it against the side of the bowl and mix it in to form a chunky dressing. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, toss the cooled corn with the romaine pieces, sliced onion and the 1/2 cup of pecorino cheese. Add the dressing, season with salt and pepper, and toss well. Garnish the salad with shredded cheese and serve right away. Looking for vegetable recipes? Try our best asparagus recipes, eggplant recipes, or zucchini recipes.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Honey.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balan...
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