Asian Shrimp and Noodle Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 2

Dinner

This Asian Shrimp and Noodle Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Crisp baby radishes, blanched snow peas and mini rice cakes make a light starter. The salad tastes even better with cold Asian beer to wash it down. For dessert, crumble coconut macaroons over orange sorbet.Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Ingredients

7 tablespoons bottled oil and vinegar dressing
5 to 6 teaspoons fish sauce (nam pla) or soy sauce
4 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
8 ounces cooked peeled shrimp
6 ounces thin dried Asian noodles (somen) or vermicelli
1/4 unpeeled cucumber, seeded, cut into matchstick-size strips

Instructions

Whisk dressing, 5 teaspoons fish sauce, 3 tablespoons basil and ginger in large bowl to blend. Mix shrimp into dressing and let marinate 10 minutes.
Cook noodles in medium pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite. Drain; rinse under cold water to cool quickly. Drain again. Add noodles and cucumber to shrimp. Toss to coat. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper; add remaining 1 teaspoon fish sauce, if desired. Divide salad between 2 plates. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon basil and serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asian Shrimp and Noodle Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Asian Shrimp and Noodle Salad 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 2 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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