Shaved Broccoli-Apple Salad with Tarragon Dressing and Bacon - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon whole-grain Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 shallot, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons canola mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
- 12 ounces broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 Jazz or Gala apples, cored and cut into wedges
- 2 applewood-smoked bacon slices, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Combine first 5 ingredients in a bowl, and let stand for 10 minutes. Add yogurt, mayonnaise, and tarragon; stir with a whisk.
- With processor on, add broccoli through the food chute of a food processor fitted with the slicer attachment. Transfer broccoli to a bowl. Add juice to bowl of food processor. Repeat procedure with apples; add apples to bowl with broccoli.
- Combine dressing and broccoli mixture; toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours. Stir in bacon just before serving.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Lemon, Apples.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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