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Lunch: PCOS Vegan Italian Recipes: Lunch - Grilled Veggie Salad with Balsamic
This PCOS-friendly recipe includes a variety of colorful vegetables, which are high in fiber and low in glycemic index. The olive oil and vegan feta cheese provide healthy fats, while the balsamic vinegar adds a tangy flavor. Grocery list: bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salad greens, cherry tomatoes, olives, vegan feta cheese.
This Grilled Veggie Salad with Balsamic is a perfect lunch option for those with PCOS. It is rich in fiber from the vegetables, which helps in maintaining a healthy weight and controlling blood sugar levels. The olive oil provides monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health. The low glycemic index of the ingredients helps in managing insulin levels, a key aspect in PCOS management. The salad also provides a good amount of vitamins A and C, calcium, and iron, which are essential nutrients for overall health.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
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Ingredients
1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 zucchini, 1 red onion, 2 tablespoons olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 2 cups mixed salad greens, 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup olives, 1/4 cup vegan feta cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat grill to medium heat. 2. Slice vegetables into large pieces and toss in olive oil, salt, and pepper. 3. Grill vegetables until tender and slightly charred. 4. Drizzle grilled vegetables with balsamic vinegar. 5. Arrange salad greens on a plate and top with grilled vegetables, cherry tomatoes, olives, and vegan feta cheese. 6. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 2
| Amount Per ONE Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 350 kcal | ||
| Fat 15 g | ||
| Carbohydrate 45 g | ||
| Protein 12 g | ||
| Omega 3 0.50 g | ||
| Chromium 30.00 mg | ||
| Zinc 10.00 mg | ||
| Magnesium 80.00 mg | ||
| B Vitamins 2.00 mg | ||
| Iron 3 mg | ||
| Calcium 150 mg | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat 10 g | ||
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g | ||
| Saturated Fat 3 g | ||
| Sodium 300 mg | ||
| Sugar 10 g | ||
| Potassium 800 mg | ||
| Vitamin A 2000 mcg | ||
| Vitamin C 80 mg | ||
| Fiber 10 g | ||
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