Sandy's Simple Spring Lettuce Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 16 cups arugula
Instructions
- Combine shallot, honey, mustard, and salt in a jar with a lid; add olive oil, lemon juice, and vinegar. Cover jar with lid and shake until dressing is thickened.
- Place arugula in a bowl and drizzle dressing over greens; toss to coat.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Honey.
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. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balan...
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