Grilled Pear, Chicory, and Endive Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Grilled Pear, Chicory, and Endive Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 small firm-ripe pears, such as Anjou, Bartlett, or Bosc (about 2 lbs. total)
- 1/2 cup plus 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
- 1 small head radicchio
- 2 small heads frisée
- 2 Belgian endives
- 3 tablespoons sherry vinegar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
- 3/4 cup toasted walnuts
- 3 ounces ricotta salata or pecorino cheese
Instructions
- Heat a grill to medium-high (about 450 °). Quarter pears lengthwise; stem and core. Toss pears in a bowl with 1 tbsp. oil; season with 1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper. Grill pears until lightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- Meanwhile, tear radicchio, frisée, and endives into 2- to 3-in. pieces. You should have about 12 cups.
- In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, and remaining 1/2 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Slowly whisk in remaining 1/2 cup oil.
- Combine parsley, walnuts, and ricotta in a food processor; pulse until coarsely ground.
- Toss warm pears and chicories in vinaigrette. Spread about 2 tbsp. walnut-ricotta mixture on each of 4 plates, then top with salad. Scatter remaining walnut-ricotta mixture over salads.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts, Walnuts.
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, protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. But what makes walnuts particularly beneficial for indiv...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Grilled Pear, Chicory, and Endive Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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