PCOS Lunch Ideas - Quinoa and Black Bean Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups water (480ml)
- 1 can black beans (425g)
- 1 red bell pepper (150g)
- 1 green bell pepper (150g)
- 1 medium red onion (150g)
- 1 cup corn (175g)
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (20g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml), juice of 1 lime (30ml), salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa and reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook until all the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- While the quinoa is cooking, rinse and drain the black beans. Chop the bell peppers and onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, black beans, bell peppers, onion, corn, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salad and toss to combine.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa.
Quinoa is a highly nutritious grain that is particularly beneficial for individuals with PCOS. This gluten-free grain is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. This makes quinoa an excellent choice for those looking to maintain muscle mass and support overall body functions. But what makes quinoa stand out for PCOS management? One of the key benefits of quinoa is its high magnesium content. Magnesium plays a vital role in regulating...
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