PCOS-Friendly Quinoa Salad
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
12g
Protein
45g
Carbs
14g
Fat
This quinoa salad is packed with nutrients and flavor, making it an excellent choice for women with PCOS. Quinoa provides a good source of protein and fiber, while chickpeas add additional protein and fiber to help maintain stable blood sugar levels. The
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 cup chickpeas, cooked
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
2. In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
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