Skillet BLT Panzanella - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Skillet BLT Panzanella is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 12 oz. thick-cut bacon, cut into 1" pieces
- 2 c. ciabatta bread, torn into small pieces
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- 5 oz. arugula
- 1 lb. very ripe tomatoes, mixed varieties and sizes, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 small red onion, sliced thinly
- 1/2 c. chopped parsley
- 1/4 c. torn basil leaves
Instructions
- Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat and add bacon in an even layer. Fry until crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer bacon using a slotted spoon onto a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside. Remove half the bacon fat and reserve.
- Return pan to medium heat and toss bread in bacon fat; season with salt and black pepper. Toast until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer croutons to a bowl and set aside.
- Add remaining bacon fat to sauté pan and toss with garlic over medium heat. Sauté until garlic is softened, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir together with balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Add arugula, tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and croutons; toss together with dressing. Top with bacon and basil. Serve immediately.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Basil.
Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Skillet BLT Panzanella 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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