Beet and Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Walnuts - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Beet and Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Walnuts is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

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Ingredients

3 large red beets
2/3 cup walnuts
2 Tablespoons Agave Nectar
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon Splenda
5 oz. goat cheese
1 cup arugula, lightly packed

Instructions

First make the candied walnuts by combining the walnuts and the Agave Nectar in a saucepan over medium heat.
Stir the nuts until well coated then transfer them to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper to cool.
Scrub the beets clean, leaving the peel on. Place the beets in a large pot of boiling water. Boil for 45 minutes to an hour, just until beets are tender and skin is easily removed.
Remove the cooked beets from the pot, peel off the skin and slice into 1/4" rounds (discard ends).
Next, prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic and Splenda until the ingredients are well incorporated.
Plate the sliced beets on a bed of arugula then drizzle with prepared dressing. Top with portions of goat cheese and candied walnuts.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts, Agave, Walnuts.

Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity. Agave, a sweetener derived from the core of the agave plant, is frequently highlighted in nutritional discussions due to its notably low glycemic index (GI) rating. With a GI score of just 17, it stands out from many other natural sweetene...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beet and Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Walnuts good for PCOS?

Yes, this Beet and Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Walnuts 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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