Cilantro-Lime Rice Bowls - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Cilantro-Lime Rice Bowls
Lunch

This Cilantro-Lime Rice Bowls is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Lindsay Funston Show Chipotle who's boss with homemade cilantro-lime rice.

Ingredients

  • 1 package frozen rice, microwaved according to package directions
  • 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
  • Juice of 5 limes
  • 1/3 c. chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. ground coriander
  • Zest of 2 limes
  • 1 tsp. honey
  • 1 tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp. crushed red chili flakes
  • 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp. butter
  • 1 avocado, sliced

Instructions

  1. Stir microwaved rice with salt, juice, and cilantro until combined. Set aside.
  2. Prep shrimp: In a large bowl, combine garlic, coriander, lime zest, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, and crushed red pepper flakes and whisk. Add shrimp and toss until combined.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add shrimp with marinade and cook until fully pink and marinade cooks off by at least half.
  4. Assemble rice bowls by topping rice with shrimp, avocado, and pan juice.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Cilantro-Lime Rice Bowls recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

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

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