Mushroom Spinach Thai Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Mushroom Spinach Thai Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1 medium onion, thinly sliced
6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (from about 3 limes)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons sugar
2 jalapenos (preferably red), minced
2 cups mixed fresh basil, cilantro and mint leaves, chopped
4 portobello mushrooms, stems removed, caps sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 tablespoons toasted white sesame seeds
1 pound spinach, rinsed, stemmed and roughly chopped

Instructions

Rinse the onions under cold water, then drain. Toss the onions with 2 tablespoons lime juice, the oil, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Let stand until softened, 5 minutes.
In another bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sugar, jalapenos and the remaining 4 tablespoons lime juice. Stir in the chopped herbs. Add the portobellos and half the sesame seeds and gently mix until well coated with the marinade. Let stand until softened, about 6 minutes, tossing occasionally to better incorporate the marinade.
Transfer half the onions to the bowl with the mushrooms. Toss the spinach in the large bowl with the remaining onions. Transfer to a platter, top with the marinated mushrooms, the remaining sesame seeds and pickled onions. Drizzle with the mushroom marinade and serve. Serves: 4; Calories: 209; Total Fat: 9 grams; Saturated Fat: 0. 5 grams; Protein: 7 grams; Total carbohydrates: 30 grams; Sugar: 14 grams; Fiber: 7 grams; Cholesterol: 0 milligrams; Sodium:2067 milligrams
NotesAlways rinse spinach well to remove the sand that lurks in its creases. Fill a big bowl with cold water. Add the spinach, swish it gently with your hands and wait a minute to let the grit settle to the bottom. Lift the spinach from the water, leaving the grit behind. Dry the leaves in a salad spinner or gently roll between 2 clean kitchen towels.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Sesame Seeds, Spinach, Basil.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mushroom Spinach Thai Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Mushroom Spinach Thai 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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