Panzanella - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 12

Lunch

This Panzanella is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen With cubed crusty bread, tomatoes, vegetables, parsley and red wine vinegar, this traditional Tuscan dish shows just how delicious simple ingredients can be when prepared the right way.

Ingredients

6 c. cubed Italian or rustic bread
4 large ripe tomatoes
1 medium red onion
1/3 c. extra-virgin olive oil
3 tbsp. red wine vinegar
2 tsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper
2 medium yellow peppers
1 large seedless cucumber, quartered lengthwise
1/3 c. chopped parsley

Instructions

Heat oven to 400 ºF. Line a jelly-roll pan with foil. Arrange bread cubes in a single layer on pan. Toast in oven 10 to 12 minutes, tossing once, until evenly browned.
Meanwhile, put tomatoes, onion, oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Let stand at room temperature at least 30 minutes or until tomatoes release their juices. Toss occasionally.
Add peppers, cucumber and parsley to tomatoes. Let stand at least 15 minutes for flavors to blend. Just before serving, add bread cubes; toss to blend thoroughly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Panzanella good for PCOS?

Yes, this Panzanella 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?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 12 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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