Orzo Salad with Corn, Arugula and Cherry Tomatoes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- One 1-pound box orzo
- 4 ears fresh corn
- 2 cups sliced cherry tomatoes
- 4 to 5 cups baby arugula
- Lemon oil, for drizzling
- 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan
Instructions
- Add the olive oil and onion to a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook until the onion is translucent and soft, about 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the onion cool. Cook the orzo according to the package directions. Grill or boil the corn until cooked and tender, about 5 minutes. Cut the kernels from the cobs. Mix together the onions, orzo, cherry tomatoes and corn in a large bowl. Gently fold in the arugula. Drizzle with lemon oil and sprinkle the Parmesan on top.
- NotesYou can prepare the salad in advance and add the arugula, lemon oil and Parmesan just before serving.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
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.
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