Celery and Olive Antipasto with Ricotta Salata - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Celery and Olive Antipasto with Ricotta Salata is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 15 large celery ribs, peeled and cut into 2-inch sticks
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 jarred anchovy fillets, minced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- 3/4 cup Calamata olives (4 ounces), pitted and coarsely chopped
- 6 ounces ricotta salata, coarsely grated
Instructions
- Put the celery in a large bowl of ice water and refrigerate until curled and very crisp, at least 2 hours.
- In a bowl, whisk the olive oil with the lemon juice, anchovies, garlic and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
- Drain the celery and pat dry. Return the celery to the dry bowl and toss with the olives and dressing. Transfer the antipasto to a platter, scatter the ricotta salata over the top and serve.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Celery and Olive Antipasto with Ricotta Salata recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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