PCOS Vietnamese Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Vietnamese Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1/2 head of cabbage (shredded)
- 1 carrot (julienned)
- 1 cucumber (julienned)
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/4 cup fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Grill the chicken until fully cooked, then let it cool and slice it.
- In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, carrot, cucumber, mint, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, honey, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Add the sliced chicken and toss again.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Carrot, Honey.
Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. Beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, is essential for maintaining healthy skin and vision. The high fiber content in carrots helps regulate blood sugar levels and supports digestive health. Additionally, the antioxidants in carrots can help reduce inflammation, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefi...
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