Picnic Meze | PCOS Meal Planner

This Picnic Meze is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Elaine Johnson In this fresh, easy spread, the chile-herb sauce serves as both a dip and a swirl-in for flavoring hummus. Picnic tips: Roll lettuce in a towel, enclose in a plastic bag, and stash at the top of the cooler so it doesn't get crush

Ingredients

Servings 8

3/4 pound small whole lettuces, such as Little Gem
8 large hard-cooked eggs, peeled and halved
3 large Persian cucumbers or 1/2 English cucumber, cut into spears
1/2 cup black or green olives, such as kalamata
About 10 oz. Turkish simit* (sesame ring bread), soft lavash, or other bread such as focaccia or ciabatta
1/2 pt. plain hummus
Classic Zaatar
Spicy Green Sauce

Instructions

Cut lettuces lengthwise through core into 1 1/2-in.-wide pieces. Rinse well and pat dry.
Set out all ingredients on a cutting board, including zaatar and green sauce for seasoning. Swirl hummus with a spoon, making indentations; spoon about 2 tbsp. green sauce into indentations, then swirl a little more.
*Look for simit at Turkish restaurants and Middle Eastern bakeries.
Make ahead: Up to 4 hours, everything except bread and zaatar chilled separately.

Why this Picnic Meze works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Picnic Meze that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Picnic Meze good for PCOS?

Yes, this Picnic Meze 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 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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