Piquillo Peppers with Mediterranean Tuna Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Piquillo Peppers with Mediterranean Tuna Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Olive-oil-packed Italian or Spanish tuna is a moist filling for these smoky Spanish peppers.

Ingredients

2 can tuna
1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
1/2 tsp. lemon zest
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
sea salt and freshly ground pepper
1 jar whole piquillo peppers
12 medium whole basil leaves

Instructions

In a bowl, flake tuna. Add paprika, lemon zest, lemon juice, and oil; mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Dry piquillo peppers on paper towels. Carefully split peppers open, remove seeds, and lay flat. Place a basil leaf on each and top with 1 tablespoon tuna mixture. Carefully roll to close. Seal each pepper with a toothpick if desired. Drizzle with extra oil and sprinkle with pepper; serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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 Piquillo Peppers with Mediterranean Tuna Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Piquillo Peppers with Mediterranean Tuna Salad 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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