Summer Chicken Macaroni Salad Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, shredded
- 3/4 cup fresh or frozen peas
- 5 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup loosely packed basil leaves, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice, divided
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
- 3/4 cup (6 ounces) plain yogurt
- 3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 3 medium peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup (4 ounces) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 3/4 cup pistachios
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, mix chicken, peas, onions, celery, basil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, salt and pepper. Drain macaroni; rinse with cold water, then drain again. Add to chicken mixture.
- Mix yogurt, mayonnaise and remaining lemon juice. Add to salad and mix well. Add peaches and cheeses; toss gently. Refrigerate at least 2 hours. Sprinkle with pistachios before serving.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Basil.
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. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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