Easy Peanut Spiced Slaw | PCOS Meal Planner

This Easy Peanut Spiced Slaw is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Easy Peanut Spiced Slaw is a delicious side dish, perfect for picnics, parties, or dinner at home!

Ingredients

1 lb green cabbage, (about half a medium head), finely shredded
2 large carrots, peeled and grated
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
5 medium radishes, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
2 medium scallions, thinly sliced
2 cups bean sprouts
1/2 cup Paula Deen Peanut Butter BBQ Sauce
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup lightly salted and roasted peanuts, chopped

Instructions

Toss cabbage and carrot with 1 teaspoon salt in a colander or large mesh strainer set over a medium bowl. Let stand until cabbage wilts, 1 to 4 hours. Rinse cabbage under cold running water (or in large bowl of ice water if serving slaw immediately). Press, but do not squeeze, to drain; pat dry with paper towels.
In a large bowl, gently mix cabbage, carrots, radishes, scallions and bean sprouts with Paula Deen Peanut Butter BBQ Sauce. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve. Before serving, toss in cilantro and sprinkle top with chopped peanuts.

Why this Easy Peanut Spiced Slaw works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Easy Peanut Spiced Slaw that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts.

Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Easy Peanut Spiced Slaw good for PCOS?

Yes, this Easy Peanut Spiced Slaw recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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