PCOS Friendly Broccoli Sprout Salad with Lemon & Garlic
Broccoli sprouts are having a well-deserved moment, and this crisp, vibrant salad is a perfect showcase for them. They're packed with sulforaphane, a compound that's gotten serious attention for supporting hormone balance and reducing inflammation — both key concerns when you're managing PCOS. Thinly sliced cucumber and radishes add satisfying crunch and a peppery bite, while the bright lemon-garlic dressing ties everything together without a drop of refined sugar or inflammatory oils. Extra-virgin olive oil keeps the fat profile clean and supportive, and letting the dressing rest for five minutes before tossing is a small step that makes a noticeable difference in flavor. A handful of raw pumpkin seeds on top adds a subtle nuttiness along with zinc and magnesium, nutrients that often come up in conversations about hormonal health. The whole thing comes together in minutes, making it an easy weekday lunch or a light starter that actually works hard for your body.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 4 cups broccoli sprouts
- 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
- ¼ cup thinly sliced radishes
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced or pressed
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 1 tsp raw pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is uniform and slightly emulsified.
- 2
Let the dressing sit for 5 minutes so the garlic mellows slightly into the lemon and oil.
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