Lunch: PCOS Vegetarian Italian Recipes: Lunch - Italian Bean and Veggie Salad

Grocery list: mixed beans, mixed vegetables, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper. This salad has a low GI due to the high fiber content from the beans and vegetables.

This Italian Bean and Veggie Salad is a perfect PCOS-friendly meal. It's packed with protein and fiber from the beans and vegetables, which can help manage blood sugar levels. The monounsaturated fats from the olive oil can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health. This recipe is also rich in vitamins A and C, which are important for immune function and skin health.

Prep Time: 15 mins

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Ingredients

1 cup of mixed beans (kidney, cannellini, chickpeas), 2 cups of mixed vegetables (bell peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes), 1/4 cup of chopped fresh basil, 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Rinse and drain the beans. 2. Chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces. 3. Combine beans, vegetables, and basil in a large bowl. 4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. 5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. 6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.

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