Lunch: Broccoli and Red Cabbage Slaw

Broccoli and Red Cabbage Slaw is a crunchy and healthy side dish for your next grill out or picnic

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli, Sunflower Seeds, Cranberries

Health and fertility benefits of Broccoli and Red Cabbage Slaw

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. Sunflower seeds are an excellent food for PCOS as they are packed with vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and vitamin B6 (pyridoxine). Just one cup of sunflower seeds provides 30% of the recommended daily intake for vitamin B6. Sunflower seeds are also loaded with two other important of PCOS busting minerals: zinc and magnesium. Researchers believe that cranberries contain substances that prevent infection-causing bacteria from sticking to the urinary tract walls. However, store-bought cranberry juice is typically all sugar - so make sure to stick with straight cranberries.

Ingredients

2 (12 oz) packages broccoli slaw mix
2 cups dried cranberries
1 cup sunflower seeds, roasted and salted
1 head cabbage, thinly sliced
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the broccoli slaw mix, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds and cabbage.
In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, oil, brown sugar and salt. Add to the broccoli slaw mixture, tossing gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.

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