PCOS Greek Recipes: Lunch - Greek Chicken Salad with Whole Wheat Bread
Nutrition per Serving
450
Calories
35g
Protein
40g
Carbs
15g
Fat
This Greek chicken salad is a perfect lunch option for those with PCOS. It's packed with lean protein from the chicken, healthy fats from the olive oil and feta cheese, and plenty of fresh vegetables. The whole wheat bread on the side adds a good source of complex carbohydrates. Grocery list: Chicken breasts, Olive oil, Dried oregano, Salad greens, Cherry tomatoes, Cucumber, Red onion, Kalamata olives, Feta cheese, Whole wheat bread, Red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard. Note: Whole wheat bread has a moderate GI, while the other ingredients have a low GI.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, Salt and pepper to taste, 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved, 1 cucumber, sliced, 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced, 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted, 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled, 4 slices of whole wheat bread, For the dressing: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat. 2. Rub the chicken breasts with the olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. 3. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. 4. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad by combining the greens, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl. 5. To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. 6. Slice the cooked chicken and add it to the salad. 7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. 8. Serve the salad with a slice of whole wheat bread on the side.
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