Lemon Shrimp with Garlicky Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 c. jasmine rice
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- 1 c. low-sodium chicken stock
- 2 lemons, cut into wheels
- 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp. salted butter
- 1/4 c. chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare rice according to package instructions. Add grated garlic to water before steaming. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Meanwhile in a large skillet over medium heat add chicken stock and lemons; bring to a low simmer. Season shrimp with salt and pepper; add to skillet. Turn shrimp to cook evenly until pink, about 2 minutes. Turn off heat and add butter. Slowly stir to create a creamy sauce. Toss in parsley and serve immediately with garlicky rice.
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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