Watermelon, Arugula and Feta Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Watermelon, Arugula and Feta Salad
Prep: 14 min
Servings: 6
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

70 Calories
3g Protein
9g Carbs
3.5g Fat
Save yourself time prepping this recipe by buying watermelon that is already cut and cubed!

Ingredients

  • 3 cups seedless watermelon, cubed and chilled
  • 1/3 cup reduced-fat crumbled feta
  • 7 ounces arugula
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss together the watermelon, feta, arugula, and onion.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt (optional), and pepper.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. 
  4. MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Verify that the ingredients that you are using are gluten-free and this dish can be gluten-free.

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 Watermelon, Arugula and Feta Salad contribute to your health goals:

  • Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
  • Feta: Provides calcium important for bone health 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. This recipe excels in providing healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis, and nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. 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 Watermelon, Arugula and Feta 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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