Lunch: Baby Spinach Salad with Tuna

The three components of this salad can be readied ahead of time and later mixed together for a healthful lunch. For the freshest tasting salad, open the can of tuna right before serving.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Tuna, Lemon, Spinach

Health and fertility benefits of Baby Spinach Salad with Tuna

Tuna is great for a high protein diet as it has 33 grams of protein within its housing, with no pesky carbohydrates to worry about. In addition to this, tuna contains B vitamins and vitamin D, both of which are vital to fighting back against PCOS. Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. plain low-fat yogurt
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
Coarse salt
ground pepper
3 oz. baby spinach
1/2 c. seedless red grapes
1/4 c. thinly sliced red onion
1 can chunk light tuna packed in water
Flatbreads

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, Dijon, and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Place dressing in a resealable plastic bag or airtight container. Place spinach, grapes, and onion, if using, in another airtight container (separate from dressing). Refrigerate, up to overnight.
Just before serving, drain tuna, add to salad, and toss with dressing. Include flatbreads, if desired. Looking for more quick and easy recipes? Check out our quick family-favorites, fast dinners for weeknights, and healthy recipes for less than $3 a serving.

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