Grilled Steak Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 9 oz. sirloin steak
- 1/2 tsp. salt free seasoning (such as Mrs. Dash)
- 8 cups Mesclun salad mix
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in half lengthwise
Instructions
- Heat an indoor or outdoor grill. Season both sides of the steak with the salt free seasoning.
- Grill the steak for 5-6 minutes per side or until cooked to medium well (145 degrees internal temperature) Set aside to rest loosely covered with foil.
- In a large bowl, toss together salad mix, red onion and cherry tomatoes. Divide evenly among 4 large plates.
- Thinly slice steak and top each salad with 2 ounces of steak.
- Top the steak with 3 1/2 Tbsp. of the bleu cheese salad dressing.
- RECIPE COST: $9.97
- Choices: 1 Nonstarchy Vegetable, 2 Protein, lean
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Grilled Steak Salad contribute to your health goals:
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress elevated in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Grilled Steak Salad can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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