PCOS Asian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Asian Zoodle Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
15g
Protein
30g
Carbs
20g
Fat
This Asian Zoodle Salad is a perfect lunch option for those with PCOS. The grocery list includes zucchinis, red bell pepper, carrots, green onions, cilantro, cashews, sesame seeds, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, and fresh ginger. The zucchinis (low GI) and carrots (medium GI) provide a good balance of carbohydrates.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis (spiralized into noodles)
- 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped cashews
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, For the dressing: 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the zucchini noodles, red bell pepper, carrots, green onions, cilantro, cashews, and sesame seeds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, and ginger.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
This Asian Zoodle Salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The zucchinis are a great source of magnesium, which can help to improve insulin resistance, a common issue in PCOS. The cashews provide healthy monounsaturated fats and are a good source of zinc, which can help to balance hormones. The sesame seeds are rich in B vitamins, which can help to reduce symptoms of PCOS such as fatigue and mood swings.
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