Ratatouille and Goat Cheese Salad with Pesto Vinaigrette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
In this recipe we call for a 3- by 1 1/2-inch stainless-steel pastry ring. It is available at some specialty cookware shops.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 tablespoon minced shallot
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan
- 1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted golden
- 1 1/2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a blender or small food processor blend all vinaigrette ingredients with salt and pepper to taste until smooth. Vinaigrette may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring vinaigrette to room temperature before using on salads.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts, 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. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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