Marinated Raw Shrimp (Shrimp Ceviche) - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 pounds fresh shrimp
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Chili pepper flakes, optional
- Extra-virgin olive oil, to taste
- Fresh flat-leaf parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Shell and clean your shrimp, leaving the heads on. Lay the shrimp out on a plate and squeeze the lemon juice on top, followed by some salt, black pepper, chili flakes, if using, and a good splash of olive oil (this will partially cook the shrimp). Let the shrimp marinate 10 minutes, if desired, or serve immediately. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Warning: Consumption of raw or undercooked shellfish may substantially increase the risk of foodborne illness.
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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