PCOS Broccoli Salad - Broccoli Sunflower Seed Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
300
Calories
10g
Protein
25g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Grocery list: Broccoli, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, red onion, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. This salad is low in GI, making it perfect for those with PCOS.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of broccoli (US)
- 500g of broccoli (Metric)
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds (US)
- 60g sunflower seeds (Metric)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries (US)
- 60g dried cranberries (Metric)
- 1/4 cup red onion (US)
- 60g red onion (Metric)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (US)
- 30ml apple cider vinegar (Metric)
- 2 tablespoons honey (US)
- 30ml honey (Metric), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- Dice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar and honey.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
This PCOS-friendly salad is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Broccoli is high in fiber and low in GI, helping to regulate blood sugar levels. Sunflower seeds are a good source of vitamin E and magnesium, which can help reduce inflammation. The salad is also high in antioxidants from the dried cranberries and red onion, which can help combat oxidative stress associated with PCOS. The dressing, made with apple cider vinegar and honey, adds a tangy sweetness to the salad while also providing additional health benefits.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Sunflower Seeds.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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