Chopped Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Chopped Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

This is the perfect salad for people who love blue cheese: Laura Werlin whisks some cheese into the vinaigrette, then sprinkles more on top of the salad before serving.

Ingredients

1/2 c. walnuts
1 tbsp. very finely chopped shallot
1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
3 tbsp. sherry vinegar
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
4 oz. crumbled blue cheese
2 romaine hearts
1/2 fennel bulb
2 carrots
1/2 seedless cucumber
1 Fuji apple
1 Hass avocado
2 tbsp. thinly shredded basil leaves

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the walnuts in a pie plate and toast them for about 10 minutes, until they are golden. Let cool, then coarsely chop.
In a large bowl, whisk the shallot with the Dijon mustard and sherry vinegar and season generously with salt and pepper. Add the olive oil and whisk until smooth. Add half of the blue cheese and whisk until the dressing is creamy. Add the lettuce, fennel, carrots, cucumber, apple, avocado, basil, and walnuts, and season with salt and pepper. Toss the salad well to coat with the dressing. Top with the remaining blue cheese and serve right away.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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. Walnuts are an excellent addition to the diet for managing PCOS symptoms. These nutrient-dense nuts are packed with healthy fats, protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. But what makes walnuts particularly beneficial for indiv...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chopped Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chopped Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing 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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