Lunch: Green Papaya Salad

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Nuts

Health and fertility benefits of Green Papaya 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

One green papaya (1 1/2- to 1 3/4-pounds), peeled, seeded and cut into chunks
10 green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 hot chile pepper, stemmed, seeded if desired, and finely chopped
3 tablespoons fish sauce
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 limes, juiced
Kosher salt
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons chopped roasted peanuts, optional

Instructions

Shred the papaya in a food processor. Put the green beans in a large bowl and bruise them lightly with a wooden spoon. Add the tomatoes, scallions, chile pepper and the papaya. Stir the fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice and a pinch of salt together in a small bowl, then add it to the papaya mixture and toss to coat. Toss in the cilantro. Let stand 15 minutes. Toss in the peanuts, if using, right before serving.

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