Italian Club - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Italian Club is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1/4" thick
- sea salt, such as Maldon
- 8 slices bacon
- 12 slices 1/2" thick Pullman bread, toasted
- 1/2 c. mayonnaise
- 1/4 lb. thinly sliced mortadella
- 2 c. spinach
- 1/2 lb. thinly sliced provolone
- 1/2 c. pesto
- 1/4 lb. thinly sliced ham
- 4 marinated artichoke hearts, sliced in half lengthwise
- 1/2 lb. thinly sliced Genoa salami
- sweet pickles
- Toothpicks
Instructions
- Place tomatoes on a paper towel–lined cutting board and sprinkle with sea salt. Set aside.
- Preheat large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place bacon in an even layer and cook until crisp, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate.
- Place toast on a cutting board and spread with a layer of mayonnaise. Top with alternating layers of mortadella, spinach, bacon, tomatoes, and cheese. Top with toast and spread with a layer of pesto with alternating layers of ham, artichoke hearts, salami, and spinach. Spread the last pieces of toast with mayonnaise and place on top. Garnish with sliced pickles and secure sandwich with toothpicks.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Italian Club recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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