Steamed Green Beans with Lemon-Mint Dressing Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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Calories
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Protein
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Carbs
0g
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Recipe by Carolyn Malcoun
Instead of mint, tarragon or basil would be equally delicious. If desired, top with fresh lemon rind for a little extra zing.
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon minced shallots
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Steam green beans 4 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
- Combine mint and remaining ingredients in a large bowl, and stir with a whisk. Add green beans to bowl, and toss to coat.
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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