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PCOS Lunch Ideas - Grilled Chicken and Zucchini Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Lunch Ideas - Grilled Chicken and Zucchini Salad
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This PCOS Lunch Ideas - Grilled Chicken and Zucchini Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 30g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
30g Protein
20g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes chicken, zucchini, mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese. The chicken provides a good source of protein, while the zucchini and salad greens are low GI and packed with fiber. The feta cheese adds a touch of creaminess and the lemon juice brings a fresh tanginess to the dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts (200g each)
  • 2 medium zucchinis (200g each)
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon, juiced (50ml)
  • 2 cups of mixed salad greens (60g)
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (75g)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (30g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
  2. Brush chicken and zucchini with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes each side, until cooked through. Grill zucchini for 2-3 minutes each side.
  4. Slice chicken and zucchini.
  5. Toss salad greens, cherry tomatoes, chicken, zucchini, and feta cheese with lemon juice.
  6. Serve immediately.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is designed to help manage insulin levels, support weight loss, and reduce inflammation. The chicken is a lean source of protein, which helps to keep you feeling full and supports muscle growth. The zucchini and salad greens are high in fiber and low in GI, helping to manage blood sugar levels. The feta cheese provides calcium, which is important for bone health. This meal is also rich in vitamins A and C, which are important for immune function and skin health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Lunch Ideas - Grilled Chicken and Zucchini Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 30g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 30g protein (34%), 20g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 3g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

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.

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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