Grilled Broccoli with Chipotle-Lime Butter and Queso Fresco - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon Tabasco Chipotle Sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 garlic clove, finely grated on a Microplane
- 4 heads of broccoli—stems trimmed, cut into large florets
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- 1 cup crumbled queso fresco (see Note)
Instructions
- In a bowl, stir the softened butter with the lime zest, lime juice, Tabasco, honey and garlic and season lightly with salt.
- Light a grill. Drizzle the broccoli florets with olive oil and season with salt. Grill over moderately high heat, turning the florets occasionally, until crisp-tender and lightly charred, about 8 minutes.
- Transfer the broccoli to a platter and toss with the lime butter. Garnish with the queso fresco and serve.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Honey.
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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