Sautéed Shrimp with Lemon-Parsley Spread and Couscous - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Dinner

This Sautéed Shrimp with Lemon-Parsley Spread and Couscous is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl This lemony, buttery herb spread is the perfect partner for shrimp.

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. couscous
kosher salt
1/4 c. plus 1 tbsp. Country Crock Original
2 tbsp. parsley, plus more garnish
2 small cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp. lemon zest
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
Freshly ground black pepper
3/4 lb. snap peas, ends trimmed
1 1/4 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined tails on
1/4 c. white wine

Instructions

In a small pot, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil. Add couscous, stir once, and cover. Remove from heat and let sit 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Season with salt.
In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup Country Crock Original, parsley, garlic, lemon zest and juice, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon Country Crock over medium-high heat. Add snap peas and cook until bright green and crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
Add lemon-parsley spread and shrimp to skillet and sauté over medium-high heat until beginning to turn pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Add wine and simmer until shrimp is cooked through and wine reduced by half, 3 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve shrimp sauté over couscous, with snap peas on the side.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sautéed Shrimp with Lemon-Parsley Spread and Couscous good for PCOS?

Yes, this Sautéed Shrimp with Lemon-Parsley Spread and Couscous recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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