PCOS Lunch Ideas - Tuna and Avocado Lettuce Wraps - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Lunch Ideas - Tuna and Avocado Lettuce Wraps is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 25g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 10 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

25g Protein

10g Carbs

20g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of: canned tuna, a ripe avocado, lettuce, a red onion, a cucumber, and lemon. The main ingredients have a low GI, making it ideal for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
1 ripe avocado
4 large lettuce leaves
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cucumber, diced
1 tablespoon lemon juice, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a bowl, mash the avocado and mix in the lemon juice.
Add the tuna, onion, and cucumber to the bowl and mix well. Season with salt and pepper.
Spoon the tuna mixture onto the lettuce leaves and serve.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is rich in protein and healthy fats from the tuna and avocado, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The ingredients are low in GI, making it ideal for those with PCOS. It's also quick and easy to prepare, offering a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Lunch Ideas - Tuna and Avocado Lettuce Wraps good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Lunch Ideas - Tuna and Avocado Lettuce Wraps recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 25g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Lunch Ideas - Tuna and Avocado Lettuce Wraps?

This recipe takes about 10 minutes total. Prep time is 10 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, 25g protein (29%), 10g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 7g 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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