Fresh Dill Cucumbers with Lemon - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Ingredients
- 1 pound Persian or kirby cucumbers, thinly sliced lengthwise on a mandoline
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine cucumbers, dill, and salt in a medium bowl; season with pepper and toss to coat. Cover and chill 30 minutes.
- Drain cucumbers and place in a clean bowl. Top with lemon zest and juice.
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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