Summer Herbed Grilled Shrimp - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Dinner

This Summer Herbed Grilled Shrimp is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Adam Hickman Our finishing touches--a hit of herbs, peppery olive oil, and tangy vinegar--make these shrimp the freshest, most irresistible appetizer. Leave the tails on so guests have a handle for these tasty bites.

Ingredients

1/3 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Cooking spray
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Instructions

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Combine first 5 ingredients in a small bowl.
Combine shrimp, 1 tablespoon oil, honey, pepper, and salt in a large bowl; toss gently to coat.
Arrange shrimp on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 3 minutes on each side or until done. Remove shrimp from grill.
Stir remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil and vinegar into herb mixture. Top shrimp with herb mixture, or toss all together.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balan...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Summer Herbed Grilled Shrimp good for PCOS?

Yes, this Summer Herbed Grilled Shrimp 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 8 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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