Bacon Scallion Hummus - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Bacon Scallion Hummus is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 (15-oz.) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/3 cup tahini (sesame paste)
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 Tablespoons chopped scallions (green and white parts), plus additional for garnish
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat. Transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain and reserve bacon drippings in a small bowl.
- In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together chickpeas, tahini, 1 tablespoon reserved bacon fat, lemon juice and chopped garlic, scraping down the sides and pulsing just until smooth.
- Add the water, 3 slices of chopped bacon and 2 tablespoons chopped scallions. Pulse it a few more times until combined, and then season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer the hummus to a serving dish and garnish with remaining chopped bacon and additional chopped scallions.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Bacon Scallion Hummus 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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