Middle Eastern Tabbouleh and Lamb Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 20

Lunch

This Middle Eastern Tabbouleh and Lamb Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

In this take on a classic salad, we combine bulgur with the usual tomatoes, green onions, parsley and mint, then add garbanzo beans and broiled lamb for a change of pace.

Ingredients

3 cups (one 1-pound box) bulgur
6 cups boiling water
2 15-to 16-ounce cans garbanzo beans (chick-peas), drained, rinsed
6 large tomatoes, seeded, chopped
3 cups chopped fresh parsley
3 bunches green onions, chopped
1 1/2 cups fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup chopped fresh mint
3/4 cup olive oil
3 pounds round bone shoulder lamb chops
Olive oil
Fresh lemon juice
2 large heads romaine lettuce, leaves separated, hearts left intact

Instructions

Place bulgur in large bowl. Add 6 cups boiling water. Let stand 1 hour. Drain well. Transfer to clean large bowl.
Mix garbanzo beans, tomatoes, parsley, green onions, lemon juice, mint and 3/4 cup oil into bulgur. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Preheat broiler. Brush lamb on both sides with oil and lemon juice. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil until medium-rare, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to platter and cool. Cut lamb into 1/3-inch squares; discard bones. Stir lamb into salad. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
Line large bowl with romaine leaves. Fill with salad. Place romaine hearts in center of salad and serve.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Romaine Lettuce, Lemon.

Romaine lettuce contains chromium, which helps maintain normal blood glucose levels by making insulin more efficient. The chromium in romaine lettuce also promotes weight loss due to its ability to help control cravings, reduce hunger, and control fat in the blood. 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 ot...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Middle Eastern Tabbouleh and Lamb Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Middle Eastern Tabbouleh and Lamb Salad 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 20 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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