Shrimp and Zucchini Skewers - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Dinner

This Shrimp and Zucchini Skewers is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

24 large shrimp, peeled and tailed
24 thin zucchini ribbons*
1/4 cup/60 ml olive oil
1/2 teaspoon chile pepper flakes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint or basil
*Cook's Note: Make ribbons using a vegetable peeler
Special equipment: wooden skewers soaked in water for several hours

Instructions

Preheat a grill. Skewer the shrimp, with zucchini slices ribboned in between each piece. Stir together the olive oil, pepper flakes, mint, and salt in a glass casserole. Lay in the skewers, cover, and refrigerate for a few hours to marinate, turning once or thrice. Cook on the grill until the shrimp are pink and the zucchini is striped with grill marks, 3 to 5 minutes per side.

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 Shrimp and Zucchini Skewers good for PCOS?

Yes, this Shrimp and Zucchini Skewers 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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