PCOS Low GI Thai Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Thai Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 15 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Low GI Thai Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Thai Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 28g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

28g Protein

30g Carbs

12g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of chicken breasts, cabbage, bell pepper, carrots, green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds, low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, lime, ginger, and garlic. The Glycemic Index (GI) for the main ingredients is low, making it suitable for a PCOS diet.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts
1 cup of shredded cabbage
1 red bell pepper
1/2 cup of shredded carrots
1/4 cup of chopped green onions
1/4 cup of chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons of sesame seeds
2 tablespoons of low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon of sesame oil
1 tablespoon of honey
1 tablespoon of lime juice
1 teaspoon of grated ginger
1 clove of garlic

Instructions

Grill the chicken breasts until fully cooked, then slice into thin strips.
In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, bell pepper, carrots, green onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, lime juice, ginger, and garlic to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Top the salad with the sliced chicken and serve.

This Low GI Thai Chicken Salad is a perfect lunch option for those with PCOS. It's packed with lean protein from the chicken and a variety of vegetables providing essential vitamins and minerals. The low GI of the ingredients helps to maintain blood sugar levels, which is crucial in managing PCOS. The dressing is made with sesame oil, which is a good source of monounsaturated fats, beneficial for heart health.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Sesame Seeds.

Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Low GI Thai Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Thai Chicken Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Low GI Thai Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Thai Chicken Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 28g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Low GI Thai Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Thai Chicken Salad?

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 28g protein (32%), 30g carbs, 12g fat. Plus 4g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for 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 2 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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