Lunch: PCOS Vegan Italian Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Caprese Salad

This Vegan Caprese Salad is a twist on the classic Italian recipe. It's made with ripe tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and vegan mozzarella cheese. The salad is then drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper. Grocery list: Tomatoes, Basil, Vegan Mozzarella, Olive Oil, Salt, Pepper. Low GI ingredients: Tomatoes, Olive Oil.

This PCOS-friendly Vegan Caprese Salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Tomatoes are low in GI, helping to control blood sugar levels. Olive oil is a great source of monounsaturated fats, which can improve insulin resistance. The vegan mozzarella provides a good amount of calcium, important for bone health. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, offering a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.

Prep Time: 10 mins

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Ingredients

2 large ripe tomatoes (US: 2 cups, Metric: 500g), 1 cup fresh basil leaves (US: 1 cup, Metric: 50g), 1 cup vegan mozzarella cheese (US: 1 cup, Metric: 225g), 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (US: 2 tbsp, Metric: 30ml), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Slice the tomatoes and vegan mozzarella into 1/4 inch thick slices. 2. Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices on a platter. 3. Tuck whole basil leaves in between the tomato and cheese. 4. Drizzle with olive oil. 5. Season with salt and pepper. 6. Serve immediately.

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