Nan's Grilled Mozzarella and Olive Sandwich

This Nan's Grilled Mozzarella and Olive Sandwich is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Sue Conley and Peggy Smith, Cowgirl Creamery Stretchy, mild fresh mozzarella is layered with briny olive tapenade to create a rich, savory sandwich. Sue Conley and Peggy Smith, of Cowgirl Creamery in Northern California, created this recipe for

Ingredients

Servings 2

About 1/3 cup chunky green or black olive tapenade, drained if oily
1/2 teaspoon orange zest
1/4 teaspoon red chile flakes
1/4 pound fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
4 slices ciabatta, rosemary bread, or mild sourdough
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature

Instructions

Mix tapenade with orange zest and chile flakes in a small bowl.
Layer mozzarella with tapenade on 2 bread slices. Top with remaining slices.
Butter outsides of each sandwich.
Heat a large well-seasoned cast-iron skillet or a large, heavy nonstick pan over medium heat for a minute.
Place sandwiches in skillet and cook until golden-brown underneath, 5 to 7 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until it's just as toasty. Low and slow is the key. Cheese will probably ooze out, but that's okay. It gives the sandwiches a nice crunchy fringe.

Why this Nan's Grilled Mozzarella and Olive Sandwich works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Nan's Grilled Mozzarella and Olive Sandwich that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nan's Grilled Mozzarella and Olive Sandwich good for PCOS?

Yes, this Nan's Grilled Mozzarella and Olive Sandwich 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 2 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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