PCOS Low GI Indian Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Paneer Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
300
Calories
18g
Protein
15g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Grocery list: paneer, mixed salad greens, cucumber, tomato, red onion, olive oil, lemon, salt, black pepper, cumin powder. This salad features paneer, a low GI protein source, and a variety of vegetables for a balanced meal.
Ingredients
- 200g (7 oz) paneer
- 1 cup mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cucumber
- 1 tomato
- 1/2 red onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, Salt to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
Instructions
- Dice paneer, cucumber, tomato, and onion.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and cumin powder to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine paneer, salad greens, cucumber, tomato, and onion.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
- Serve immediately.
This Low GI Paneer Salad is a perfect lunch option for those managing PCOS. The paneer provides a good source of protein and calcium, while the salad greens, cucumber, tomato, and onion offer a variety of vitamins and minerals. The olive oil dressing provides healthy fats, which are essential for hormone regulation. The low GI of this meal helps to maintain steady blood sugar levels, which is crucial for managing PCOS symptoms.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.
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