PCOS Vegetarian Italian Recipes: Lunch - Grilled Veggie Salad with Balsamic - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
250
Calories
8g
Protein
30g
Carbs
10g
Fat
Grocery list: zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, red onion, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, feta cheese. This recipe has a low GI, thanks to the high fiber content in the vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced into 1/2 inch rounds)
- 1 medium yellow squash (sliced into 1/2 inch rounds)
- 1 red bell pepper (cut into 1 inch pieces)
- 1 red onion (cut into wedges)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium heat.
- In a large bowl, combine zucchini, squash, bell pepper, and onion. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
- Grill vegetables until tender and lightly charred, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from grill and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine grilled vegetables, balsamic vinegar, cherry tomatoes, basil, and feta cheese. Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
This Grilled Veggie Salad with Balsamic is a perfect PCOS-friendly meal. It's packed with fiber-rich vegetables that help regulate blood sugar levels, and healthy fats from olive oil and feta cheese. The balsamic vinegar adds a tangy flavor and also has a low GI. This recipe is easy to prepare and offers a variety of textures and flavors. Plus, it's a great way to increase your vegetable intake, which is key for managing PCOS.
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