PCOS Friendly Israeli Salad
Crisp, colorful, and bursting with fresh flavor, this chopped salad is the kind of dish that makes you feel good from the first bite. Every ingredient here — cucumber, tomato, bell pepper, scallions, parsley — is a low-glycemic, anti-inflammatory powerhouse, which is exactly what makes this such a smart choice for managing hormonal balance through food. The extra-virgin olive oil adds healthy fats that support insulin sensitivity, and the bright lemon juice ties everything together without a drop of added sugar or processed ingredients. Managing PCOS often means scrutinizing store-bought dressings and pre-made salads for hidden sugars and inflammatory oils, so making this from scratch puts you completely in control. The knife work is the heart of this recipe — uniform quarter-inch pieces aren't just aesthetic, they ensure every forkful delivers the perfect balance of textures and flavors. A handful of fresh mint takes it somewhere unexpected and herby if you're feeling it. Serve it immediately for maximum crunch, or prep the vegetables ahead and dress it right before eating.
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4 servings
- 4 persian cucumbers (or 1 english cucumber), finely diced into ¼-inch pieces
- 3 medium roma tomatoes, seeds removed, finely diced into ¼-inch pieces
- 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced into ¼-inch pieces
- 4 scallions, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Dice the cucumbers, tomatoes, and bell pepper into uniform 1/4-inch pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. Uniform size is the defining characteristic of this salad — take your time with the knife work.
- 2
Add the scallions, parsley, and mint (if using) to the bowl.
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