Greek Quinoa Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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Calories
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Protein
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Carbs
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Recipe by Julie
This take on a Greek salad gives quinoa a new burst of flavor and is packed with protein! Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups chopped fresh spinach
- 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
- 1/2 cup halved Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup minced red onion
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir pine nuts in the hot skillet until fragrant and toasted, about 5 minutes.
- Bring water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes; fluff with a fork and cool to room temperature.
- Mix quinoa, spinach, kidney beans, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and onion together in a bowl.
- Whisk olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until dressing is smooth; drizzle over quinoa mixture and toss to coat.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Nuts.
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. Nuts are a natural sourc...
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