PCOS Low GI Asian Recipes: Lunch - Tofu and Cucumber Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
300
Calories
18g
Protein
20g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Grocery list: Tofu, cucumber, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, ginger, sesame seeds, green onions. This recipe uses low GI ingredients like tofu and cucumber.
Ingredients
- 200g tofu (7 oz)
- 1 cucumber
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
Instructions
- Press tofu to remove excess water.
- Slice cucumber and tofu into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and grated ginger to make the dressing.
- Toss tofu and cucumber in the dressing.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Serve chilled.
This tofu and cucumber salad is a perfect PCOS-friendly lunch option. It's packed with protein from tofu, a low GI food that helps in regulating blood sugar levels. Cucumbers are a good source of hydration and fiber. The dressing made with soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar adds a flavorful Asian twist. This recipe is not only delicious but also quick and easy to prepare, providing you with a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Sesame Seeds.
Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production.
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