Lunch: White Bean Salad With Spicy Roasted Tomatoes and Broccoli

A lunchtime bowl includes white beans and broccoli, two foods high in fiber, which can lower cholesterol and may help prevent type-2 diabetes. Tomatoes bring lycopene to the substantial salad. The ingredients can be prepared the day before and refrigerate

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli, Lemon, Spinach

Health and fertility benefits of White Bean Salad With Spicy Roasted Tomatoes and Broccoli

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system. 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 bunch broccoli
3 clove garlic
5 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. Coarse salt
1 lb. large cherry tomatoes
1 tbsp. coarsely chopped fresh oregano
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice
Freshly ground pepper
2 c. drained jarred or canned large white beans
2 oz. baby spinach

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Toss together broccoli, half the garlic, 2 teaspoons oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt, and arrange on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast until broccoli is just tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let cool completely.
Toss together tomatoes, remaining garlic, the oregano, red pepper flakes, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon oil. Arrange on baking sheet. Roast until tomatoes have softened and skins begin to wrinkle, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a plate; let cool completely.
Whisk mustard, vinegar, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Whisk in remaining 2 teaspoons oil; season with pepper.
Just before serving, toss together beans, broccoli, tomatoes, spinach, and dressing. Salad can be refrigerated in an airtight container up to 8 hours. Looking for vegetable recipes? Try our best asparagus recipes, eggplant recipes, or zucchini recipes.

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