PCOS Italian Recipes: Lunch - Italian Tuna Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
30g
Protein
20g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Grocery List: Tuna, mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, black olives, red onion, extra virgin olive oil, lemon, salt, and pepper. The key ingredients in this recipe have a low Glycemic Index (GI), which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms.
Ingredients
- 1 can of tuna in water (170g)
- 1 cup of mixed salad greens (40g)
- 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes (75g)
- 1/4 cup of black olives (30g)
- 1/4 cup of red onion (25g)
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil (30ml)
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain the tuna and flake it into a bowl.
- Add the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, black olives, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately.
This Italian Tuna Salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for managing PCOS. Tuna is a great source of lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation. The salad greens, tomatoes, and onions provide fiber and vitamins, aiding in digestion and boosting your immune system. The olive oil dressing adds heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. This recipe is easy to prepare, empowering you to take control of your diet and health.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Tuna.
Tuna is great for a high protein diet as it has 33 grams of protein within its housing, with no pesky carbohydrates to worry about. In addition to this, tuna contains B vitamins and vitamin D, both of which are vital to fighting back against PCOS.
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