Tuna, Tomato, Red Onion and Olive Pita - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Tuna, Tomato, Red Onion and Olive Pita is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Since it's usually laden with mayo, it's no wonder tuna salad gets a bad rap. This lively version takes a Mediterranean—and healthier—turn, with olive oil, Kalamata olives, lemon juice and parsley, packed in a pita.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp. olive oil Kosher salt and pepper
3 can solid white tuna
1/2 small red onion
1/2 c. grape tomatoes
1/4 c. pitted kalamata olives
1/4 c. flat-leaf parsley
4 small or 2 large pitas

Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, and 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper.
Add the tuna, onion, tomatoes, olives and parsley and gently toss to combine.
Open the pita halves and fill with the tuna salad.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Tuna is great for a high protein diet as it has 33 grams of protein within its housing, with no pesky carbohydrates to worry about. In addition to this, tuna contains B vitamins and vitamin D, both of which are vital to fighting back against PCOS. 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 benefit...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tuna, Tomato, Red Onion and Olive Pita good for PCOS?

Yes, this Tuna, Tomato, Red Onion and Olive Pita recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. 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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