Grapefruit and Jícama Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Grapefruit and Jícama Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by /contributors/charles-phan This recipe is part of a menu developed for Epicurious by Charles Phan, the chef-owner of San Francisco's The Slanted Door. Read more about Phan and Vietnamese food.

Ingredients

2 cups shredded red cabbage
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar, or other vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 small chile pepper (preferably Thai chile), minced, or dried red pepper flakes, to taste
1 teaspoon lime juice, or to taste
1 cup shredded jicama
1/2 cup shredded carrot (optional)
2 teaspoons corn oil or canola oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 cup coarsely chopped mint leaves
1/4 cup chopped candied pecans or walnuts (optional)
2 grapefruits, segmented, tough membranes removed

Instructions

Place cabbage in a bowl and cover with salted water. Set aside. Combine soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, garlic, chile, and lime juice. Add more lime juice to taste.
In a large bowl, combine jicama, carrot, and oil. Drain cabbage and crush it a bit between your hands. Toss cabbage with jicama mixture, then with soy dressing. Add salt and pepper to taste. Divide among 4 plates and top with with mint, nuts, and grapefruit. Serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Grapefruits are rich in folic acid. One grapefruit will give you 8% of your daily needs of folic acid. 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, protei...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grapefruit and Jícama Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grapefruit and Jícama 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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