Marinated Vegetable Salad Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Marinated Vegetable Salad Recipe | MyRecipes
Servings: 10
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Combine an assortment of colorful vegetables and stir in chickpeas and olives for a hearty vegetable salad that's easy to make and easy to take if you're headed to a picnic or potluck supper.

Ingredients

  • 1 (16-ounce) package fresh broccoli and cauliflower florets
  • 1 (16-ounce) package cherry tomatoes
  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (6-ounce) can ripe black olives, drained and sliced
  • 1 cup slivered snow peas
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, cut into thin strips
  • 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Garnish: fresh parsley sprig

Instructions

  1. Combine florets and next 7 ingredients in a large bowl.
  2. Process oil and next 6 ingredients in a blender until smooth; add to vegetables, tossing to coat. Cover and chill 5 hours. Garnish, if desired.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Basil.

Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...

Stop Second-Guessing Every Meal

Get a personalized eating plan for YOUR PCOS type. Know exactly what to eat this week.

Personalized for your PCOS type
Delivered in 24 hours
Just $9 one-time
Get Your Personal Guide - $9

No subscription. No commitment.

Comments

Register or log in to add a comment

Not sure what to eat for PCOS?

Take a 60-second quiz and get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

Take the Quiz