Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cabbage and Pine Nuts - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cabbage and Pine Nuts is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pine nuts
- 1 pound brussels sprouts, quartered
- 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon pure chile powder, such as ancho
- 1 1/2 pounds red cabbage, very thinly sliced on a mandoline (6 cups)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, thinly shaved
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450 °. Spread the pine nuts in a pie plate and toast for about 3 minutes, until golden brown. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the brussels sprouts with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Roast for about 15 minutes, until the brussels sprouts are lightly caramelized and tender.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice with the honey, mustard, cayenne and chile powder. Slowly whisk in 1/4 cup of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, toss the cabbage with the toasted pine nuts and cranberries. In a small skillet, heat the remaining olive oil. Add the garlic and cook over moderate heat until golden, about 1 minute. Scrape the garlic and hot oil over the cabbage. Add the brussels sprouts and toss, then add the dressing and toss again. Scatter the cheese shavings over the top and serve right away.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Cranberries, Honey, Nuts.
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. Researchers believe that cranberries contain substances that prevent infection-causing bacteria from sticking to the urina...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cabbage and Pine Nuts recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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