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

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 10 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Vegetarian Moroccan Recipes: Lunch - Vegetarian Moroccan Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 20g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

20g Protein

30g Carbs

15g Fat

This recipe includes chickpeas (low GI), mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, vegetarian chicken strips, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. It's a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for lunch.

Ingredients

1 cup of chickpeas (240g)
2 cups of mixed salad greens (60g)
1 cup of cherry tomatoes (150g)
1/2 cup of cucumber (60g)
1/2 cup of red onion (75g)
1/2 cup of bell pepper (75g)
1 cup of vegetarian chicken strips (125g)
2 tablespoons of olive oil (30ml)
1 tablespoon of lemon juice (15ml)
1 teaspoon of cumin (2g)
1 teaspoon of paprika (2g), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Rinse and drain the chickpeas.
Chop the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a pan and cook the vegetarian chicken strips until golden brown.
Mix the cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper with the lemon juice to make the dressing.
Combine all the ingredients in a salad bowl and toss with the dressing.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats, which are essential for managing PCOS symptoms. The chickpeas are low in GI, helping to maintain stable blood sugar levels. The salad greens, tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper provide a variety of vitamins and minerals, while the vegetarian chicken strips add a satisfying protein boost. The olive oil-based dressing adds heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a healthy and delicious lunch.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, this PCOS Vegetarian Moroccan Recipes: Lunch - Vegetarian Moroccan 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 10g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

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

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 10 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 10g 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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