PCOS Vegetarian Japanese Recipes: Lunch - Vegetarian Japanese Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Vegetarian Japanese Recipes: Lunch - Vegetarian Japanese Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 20g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 15 minutes. High in fiber (8g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

20g Protein

30g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: Vegetarian chicken, mixed salad greens, carrot, cucumber, avocado, sesame seeds, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil. Low GI ingredients: Avocado, carrot, cucumber.

Ingredients

1 cup of shredded vegetarian chicken (200g)
2 cups of mixed salad greens (100g)
1 medium carrot (60g)
1/2 cucumber (100g)
1/2 avocado (100g)
2 tablespoons of sesame seeds (18g)
2 tablespoons of soy sauce (30ml)
1 tablespoon of rice vinegar (15ml)
1 tablespoon of sesame oil (15ml)

Instructions

Prepare the salad greens, carrot, cucumber, and avocado.
Shred the vegetarian chicken.
Mix the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to make the dressing.
Combine all ingredients in a bowl, pour the dressing over, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

This PCOS-friendly vegetarian Japanese chicken salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for PCOS. The salad is high in fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels, and contains healthy fats from the avocado and sesame oil, which can help balance hormones. The vegetarian chicken provides protein, which can help keep you feeling full and satisfied. The low GI ingredients can help prevent blood sugar spikes, which is important for managing PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Vegetarian Japanese Recipes: Lunch - Vegetarian Japanese Chicken Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Vegetarian Japanese Recipes: Lunch - Vegetarian Japanese Chicken Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 20g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 8g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Vegetarian Japanese Recipes: Lunch - Vegetarian Japanese Chicken Salad?

This recipe takes about 15 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 20g protein (23%), 30g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 8g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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