Green Machine Salad | PCOS Meal Planner

This Green Machine Salad Recipe | MyRecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Marian Cooper Cairns There's enough acidity to keep the apples from turning brown if made up to three hours ahead. Use a vegetable peeler to transform asparagus into thin ribbons, a technique that also works well with carrots.

Ingredients

Servings 4

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 (1-oz.) package fresh basil, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pound fresh asparagus
1 large Granny Smith apple, cut into thin strips
1 (10-oz.) package finely shredded (angel hair) cabbage
1 bunch green onions, cut into thin strips

Instructions

Whisk together first 5 ingredients in a small bowl.
Snap off and discard tough ends of asparagus. Cut asparagus lengthwise into thin, ribbon-like strips, using a vegetable peeler. Toss together asparagus, apple, next 2 ingredients, and dressing. Cover and chill 10 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste just before serving.

Why this Green Machine Salad Recipe | MyRecipes works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Green Machine Salad Recipe | MyRecipes 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: Honey, Asparagus, Basil.

Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Green Machine Salad Recipe | MyRecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Green Machine Salad Recipe | MyRecipes 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 4 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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