Kippers and Bits - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Kippers and Bits is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Tina Ruggiero, M.S., R.D. Kippers, Vidalia Onions, Lemony Mayo and GreensWhen I went to Norway two years ago, I was amazed by how healthy everyone looked. The women, in particular, had complexions that were milky white; their hair was shiny, an

Ingredients

2 tbsp/30 g low-fat mayonnaise
1 tbsp/15 ml nonfat Greek yogurt
1/8 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp/5 ml lemon juice
4 slices multigrain bread
4 leaves crisp lettuce (such as Boston, romaine or Bibb)
4 thick slices beefsteak tomato
4 thin slices Vidalia onion
2 (3 1/4 oz/91 g) cans kippers, drained
4 oz/112 g avocado, thinly sliced (optional)
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Combine the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon zest and juice. Set aside.
Toast the bread. To assemble the sandwiches, place the bread on a work surface and spread with the lemony sauce. Top with 1 leaf of lettuce (fold it if necessary), 1 slice of tomato, 1 slice of onion, one-fourth of the kipper filets and 1 ounce/28 grams of the avocado. Season with freshly ground black pepper.

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 Kippers and Bits good for PCOS?

Yes, this Kippers and Bits 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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