Grapefruit, Onion, and Basil Salad

This Grapefruit, Onion, and Basil Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

Servings 6

2 grapefruits, trimmed of skin and cut into large slices
1/2 red onion, peeled and thinly sliced
1/3 cup pitted chopped black olives
1 bunch basil, leaves thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons chopped chives
3 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Place the grapefruit slices in a slightly overlapping pattern on a serving platter. Sprinkle the onion slices over the grapefruit. Then sprinkle the olives. Top with the basil and chives. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the salad. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve. Per Serving (based on a 6-serving yield): Calories 129; Total Fat 8 grams; Saturated Fat 1 gram; Protein 1 gram; Total Carbohydrate 14 grams; Sugar: 8 grams; Fiber 5 grams; Cholesterol 0 milligrams; Sodium 214 milligrams

Why this Grapefruit, Onion, and Basil Salad works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Grapefruit, Onion, and Basil Salad that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Grapefruit, Basil.

Grapefruits are rich in folic acid. One grapefruit will give you 8% of your daily needs of folic acid. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grapefruit, Onion, and Basil Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grapefruit, Onion, and Basil Salad 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?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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