PCOS Vegetarian Moroccan Recipes: Dinner - Vegetarian Moroccan Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
12g
Protein
45g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Grocery list: Quinoa, cucumber, tomato, red onion, bell pepper, olive oil, lemon, cumin, salt, and pepper. This recipe has a low GI due to the use of quinoa and vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups of water (500ml)
- 1 medium cucumber (sliced)
- 1 medium tomato (diced)
- 1 medium red onion (diced)
- 1 medium bell pepper (diced)
- 1/4 cup of olive oil (60ml)
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice (30ml)
- 1 teaspoon of cumin (5g), salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Rinse the quinoa under cold water. Step 2: In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa and reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine cucumber, tomato, red onion, and bell pepper. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper. Step 5: Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
This PCOS-friendly Moroccan Salad is a perfect dinner option. It's packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like quinoa, which is a great source of fiber and protein. The salad is also rich in vitamins A and C, which are essential for hormone regulation and inflammation reduction in women with PCOS. The monounsaturated fats from olive oil can help improve insulin resistance, a common issue in PCOS. This recipe is designed to empower you with a sense of control over your diet, offering a variety of nutrients beneficial for PCOS.
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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