Grilled Steak Sandwiches with Marinated Watercress, Onion, and Toma...

This Grilled Steak Sandwiches with Marinated Watercress, Onion, and Tomato Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen A popular cut in the West, tri-tip is also called "triangle roast." It comes from the bottom sirloin.

Ingredients

Servings 6

1/2 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 3/4 teaspoons dry mustard, divided
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 2-pound well-trimmed tri-tip beef roast
4 large plum tomatoes, very thinly sliced
1 bunch watercress, stems trimmed
1/2 white onion, very thinly sliced
6 5-inch pieces French baguette, cut horizontally almost in half, opened flat

Instructions

Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Whisk oil, vinegar, and 3/4 teaspoon mustard in large bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Transfer 2 tablespoons dressing to small bowl; whisk in sugar and 1 teaspoon mustard. Sprinkle beef all over with salt and pepper, then top with mixture from small bowl.
Grill beef until thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 120 °F to 125 °F for rare, turning occasionally, about 30 minutes. Place on cutting board; let rest 10 minutes. Cut very thinly across grain.
Meanwhile, add tomatoes, watercress, and onion to dressing in large bowl. Marinate while beef grills, tossing occasionally. Grill bread, cut side down, until just crusty, about 3 minutes; place on plates, grilled side up.
Arrange beef slices over bread. Using tongs and draining slightly, top with salad.

Why this Grilled Steak Sandwiches with Marinated Watercress, Onion, and Tomato Salad works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Grilled Steak Sandwiches with Marinated Watercress, Onion, and Tomato Salad 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grilled Steak Sandwiches with Marinated Watercress, Onion, and Tomato Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grilled Steak Sandwiches with Marinated Watercress, Onion, and Tomato Salad 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 6 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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