Poached Shrimp with Bay Leaves and Lemon Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 12

Dinner

This Poached Shrimp with Bay Leaves and Lemon Recipe | Myrecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

If you love classic shrimp cocktail, this subtly flavored version is for you. Prepare and chill several hours in advance.

Ingredients

12 cups water
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon mustard seeds
6 whole black peppercorns
6 bay leaves
1 celery stalk, halved
1 carrot, halved
2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Combine first 7 ingredients in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes. Add shrimp; cook 3 minutes. Drain shrimp and place in a shallow dish.
Combine lemon rind and remaining ingredients. Add to warm shrimp mixture; toss well. Cover and chill until ready to 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poached Shrimp with Bay Leaves and Lemon Recipe | Myrecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Poached Shrimp with Bay Leaves and Lemon Recipe | Myrecipes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. 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 12 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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