PCOS Vietnamese Recipes: Lunch - Vietnamese Chicken Salad with Whole Wheat Bread - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
25g
Protein
35g
Carbs
10g
Fat
Grocery list: chicken breasts, lettuce, carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, whole wheat bread, fish sauce, lime, sugar, crushed red pepper, fresh mint. The salad has a low GI due to the high fiber content from the vegetables and whole wheat bread.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cucumber (sliced)
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 2 whole wheat bread slices
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
Instructions
- Grill the chicken breasts until fully cooked.
- In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, carrots, cucumber, and bell pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and crushed red pepper.
- Slice the cooked chicken and add it to the salad.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle with fresh mint.
- Serve with whole wheat bread.
This PCOS-friendly Vietnamese chicken salad is packed with lean protein and fiber, which can help manage insulin levels and support weight loss. The whole wheat bread has a low GI, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. The salad is also rich in vitamins A and C, which are important for immune function and skin health.
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