PCOS-Friendly Blackberry and Lemon Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
210
Calories
3g
Protein
35g
Carbs
7g
Fat
Grocery list: Fresh blackberries, large lemon, honey, olive oil, mixed salad greens. This salad has a low Glycemic Index (GI) due to the blackberries and salad greens.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of fresh blackberries (US) or 480 grams (Metric)
- 1 large lemon
- 2 tablespoons of honey (US) or 30 milliliters (Metric)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil (US) or 15 milliliters (Metric), pinch of salt
- 2 cups of mixed salad greens (US) or 480 grams (Metric)
Instructions
- Rinse the blackberries and salad greens.
- Zest and juice the lemon.
- In a bowl, mix the lemon juice, zest, honey, olive oil, and salt to make the dressing.
- Toss the salad greens and blackberries in the dressing until well coated.
This PCOS-friendly Blackberry and Lemon Salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Blackberries are low in GI, helping to regulate blood sugar levels. They are also high in fiber, which aids in digestion. The lemon provides a good dose of vitamin C, boosting the immune system. The olive oil used in the dressing is a good source of monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health. This salad is quick and easy to prepare, providing a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.
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