Caesar Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Caesar Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by /contributors/jean-anderson Though modern spins on this recipe classic often contain anchovies or anchovy paste, the original did not. Its delicate anchovy flavor came from Worcestershire sauce. To ensure that things move smoothly, have all ing

Ingredients

1 large garlic clove, smashed and skin removed
1 1/2 (7-ounce) packages whole romaine heart leaves, broken into 1- to 1 1/2-inch pieces, washed, and spun dry (about 10 cups broken romaine leaves)
1 cup toasted croutons, homemade or store-bought
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1 large egg, preferably pasteurized (see Cooks' notes)
1/2 cup deeply fruity extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, or to taste
2 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
Special Equipment: Large wooden salad bowl; pushpin

Instructions

Rub the bottom and sides of a very large wooden salad bowl well with garlic; discard garlic.
Add romaine, croutons, and Parmigiano-Reggiano to bowl and toss lightly.
Bring a small saucepan of water to a simmer over moderate heat, pierce the large end of the egg with a pushpin, then ease the egg into the simmering water. As soon as water returns to a simmer, coddle (simmer) the egg 1 minute exactly. Remove the egg to a small ramekin or bowl with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the salad greens but do not toss.
Whisk together the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a small liquid measure. Drizzle over the salad and toss lightly.
Break the coddled egg into the salad and again toss lightly.
Taste the salad for lemon juice, salt, and pepper and adjust as needed.
Set the salad bowl on the dining table and serve as a first course. It's the California way.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caesar Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Caesar 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 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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