Grilled Shrimp with Citrus-Sambal-Oelek Dressing - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Serve this strong-flavored spicy grilled shrimp as an appetizer with crusty bread and a bold Sauvignon Blanc.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. sambal oelek or other Asian chile sauce
- 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp. fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp. chopped oregano
- 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 32 jumbo shrimp
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk the sambal oelek with the lemon juice, lime juice, orange juice, and oregano. Whisk in the 1/2 cup of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. Brush the shrimp with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the shrimp over moderate heat, turning once, until cooked through, about 8 minutes. Transfer the shrimp to plates and spoon the dressing on top. Serve.
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.
Stop Second-Guessing Every Meal
Get Your Personal Guide - $9Not sure what to eat for PCOS?
Take a 60-second quiz and get a personalized 7-day meal plan.
Take the Quiz
Comments
Register or log in to add a comment