Lunch: PCOS Low GI French Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Nicoise Salad

Grocery list: eggs, new potatoes, green beans, ripe tomatoes, red onion, romaine lettuce, black olives, anchovy fillets, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic. This salad is low in GI, making it perfect for those with PCOS.

This Low GI Nicoise Salad is a perfect lunch option for those with PCOS. It's rich in fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels, and it's also high in iron and vitamin C. The monounsaturated fats from the olive oil can help reduce inflammation, a common issue in PCOS. This recipe is not only delicious but also empowering, giving you control over your diet and health.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 35 mins

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Eggs

Health benefits of PCOS Low GI French Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Nicoise Salad

Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. They are particularly high in choline, which is important for brain health. Eggs also contain antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health. Including eggs in your diet can help provide essential nutrients without significantly raising blood sugar levels, making them a suitable option for managing PCOS symptoms.

Ingredients

2 medium eggs, 200g new potatoes, 100g green beans, 4 small ripe tomatoes, 1 small red onion, 1 romaine lettuce heart, 50g black olives, 4 anchovy fillets, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 garlic clove

Instructions

1. Boil the eggs for 8 mins. Cool under cold running water, then peel and quarter. 2. Boil potatoes until tender, then drain. 3. Steam the beans over the potatoes for 4 mins. 4. Halve the tomatoes, slice the onion, then toss in a large bowl with the drained potatoes and beans, lettuce, olives and anchovies. 5. Make dressing with olive oil, vinegar, mustard and garlic, then drizzle over the salad. 6. Top with the quartered eggs and serve.

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