Grilled Asparagus with Zucchini and Squash - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 2 yellow squash, cut into half-moons
- 2 zucchini, cut into half-moons
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare a grill or grill pan for medium heat. Put the asparagus, squash and zucchini in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Season with the oregano and some salt and pepper and toss to coat. Grill, turning, until cooked through but not mushy, 5 to 8 minutes total. Meanwhile, grate the garlic into the balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan and reduce over medium heat until syrupy, about 10 minutes. Drizzle over the veggies before serving.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Asparagus.
Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many women of reproductive age. This nutrient-dense vegetable offers a myriad of health benefits that align perfectly with the dietary needs of those managing PCOS, making it an essential addition to their diet. Rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, asparagus is particularly high in folate, vitamins A, C, E, and K, and has significant levels of chromium—a trace mineral that enha...
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