Lunch: Mediterranean Fennel Salad

Veggie lovers! Get a load of a colorful, crunchy and fresh salad.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Nuts

Health and fertility benefits of Mediterranean Fennel Salad

Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

Ingredients

1 bag (22 oz) frozen whole green beans
2 bulbs fresh fennel
2 red bell peppers, cut into bite-sized strips
1/4 cup pine nuts

Instructions

Cook green beans as directed on package. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool.
Trim fennel bulbs; cut in half. Cut each half into 1/4-inch slices. In large bowl, combine green beans, fennel and bell peppers. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine vinegar and mustard; beat with wire whisk until well blended. On cutting board, mash garlic and salt together with fork to make a paste. Beat into vinegar mixture. Slowly beat in oil until well blended. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
When ready to serve, add dressing to vegetable mixture; toss gently to mix. Arrange on large serving platter. Sprinkle with pine nuts. Garnish with fresh fennel tops, if desired.

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