Red Pepper-Walnut Relish - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Lunch

This Red Pepper-Walnut Relish is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by /contributors/sara-dickerman A spoonful of this sweet, earthy condiment perks up eggs, grain dishes, and simply prepared proteins.

Ingredients

1/4 cup walnuts
2 red bell peppers (about 1 pound)
1 garlic clove, grated
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon (or more) Aleppo pepper or 1/2 teaspoon hot smoked Spanish paprika
1/2 teaspoon (or more) fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon pomegranate molasses or balsamic vinegar
Kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 °F. Toast walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing occasionally, until fragrant and slightly darker, 8 –10 minutes. Let cool; coarsely chop.
Heat broiler. Broil bell peppers on a broiler-proof rimmed baking sheet, turning occasionally, until softened and skins are blackened in spots, 20 –25 minutes. Transfer bell peppers to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let steam 15 minutes. Peel peppers, seed, and chop.
Toss bell peppers, garlic, mint, oil, Aleppo pepper, lemon juice, pomegranate molasses, and walnuts in a small bowl; season with salt, black pepper, and more Aleppo pepper and lemon juice, if desired.
DO AHEAD: Relish can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Nuts, Walnuts.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Pepper-Walnut Relish good for PCOS?

Yes, this Red Pepper-Walnut Relish 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?

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