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Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp with Lemon Couscous - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp with Lemon Couscous
Servings: 4
Dinner

This Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp with Lemon Couscous is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
The sweet maple syrup and salty prosciutto contrast well with the lemony flavor of the couscous.

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 24 jumbo shrimp (about 1 1/2 pounds)
  • 6 very thin slices prosciutto or ham (about 3 1/2 ounces)
  • Cooking spray
  • Lemon Couscous

Instructions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. Combine the first 5 ingredients in a bowl, and stir with a whisk. Peel the shrimp, leaving tails intact. Add the shrimp to maple mixture, tossing to coat. Remove shrimp from bowl, and discard the marinade. Cut each prosciutto slice lengthwise into 4 strips. Wrap 1 prosciutto strip around each shrimp. Thread shrimp onto 4 (8-inch) skewers. Place skewers on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray, and broil for 3 minutes on each side or until done. Serve shrimp over Lemon Couscous.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Prosciutto-Wrapped Shrimp with Lemon Couscous recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 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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