Garlicky Fiesta Shrimp - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Dinner

This Garlicky Fiesta Shrimp is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen This one-skillet shrimp dish couldn't get any easier. It's perfect for a night when you want dinner on the table quickly without resorting to takeout.

Ingredients

1 tbsp. olive oil
4 clove garlic
3 strip lemon zest
1/2 jar salsa
1 can tomato sauce
20 large shrimp
2 c. baby spinach
1/4 c. crumbled feta cheese
Cooked orzo or flatbread

Instructions

In a large skillet, heat olive oil with garlic and lemon zest until beginning to brown.
Add salsa and tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Nestle shrimp in the salsa mixture and cook, covered, for 3 minutes.
Fold in baby spinach and cook until just beginning to wilt and the shrimp are opaque throughout, 1 to 2 minutes more. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and serve with cooked orzo or flatbread.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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. Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and an...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garlicky Fiesta Shrimp good for PCOS?

Yes, this Garlicky Fiesta Shrimp 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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