PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Italian Antipasto Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Italian Antipasto Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 15g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 15 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

15g Protein

20g Carbs

25g Fat

This Italian Antipasto Salad is a perfect lunch option for those with PCOS. It's packed with low GI ingredients like mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, and cucumber. The dressing is a simple mix of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Grocery list: salad greens, cherry tomatoes, olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, cucumber, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.

Ingredients

2 cups of mixed salad greens (60g)
1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes (75g)
1/4 cup of olives (30g)
1/4 cup of artichoke hearts (30g)
1/4 cup of roasted red peppers (30g)
1/4 cup of cucumber (30g)
2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil (30ml)
1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar (15ml), salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Wash and dry the salad greens.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
Slice the cucumber.
In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, olives, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, and cucumber.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Serve immediately.

This Italian Antipasto Salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The salad greens and vegetables provide fiber that helps in blood sugar regulation, a key aspect in managing PCOS. The extra virgin olive oil is a great source of monounsaturated fats, which are known to improve insulin resistance. The olives and artichoke hearts are rich in antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation associated with PCOS. This salad is a great way to feel empowered and in control of your health, while also enjoying a delicious meal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Italian Antipasto Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Italian Antipasto Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 15g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Italian Antipasto Salad?

This recipe takes about 15 minutes total. Prep 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, 15g protein (17%), 20g carbs, 25g fat. Plus 5g 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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