PCOS Low GI Moroccan Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Moroccan Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Low GI Moroccan Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Moroccan Chicken Salad
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories
30g Protein
30g Carbs
20g Fat
Grocery list: Chicken breasts, olive oil, Moroccan spice blend, quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, fresh mint, fresh parsley, lemon juice. This recipe is low in GI, with quinoa having a GI of 53.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Moroccan spice blend
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and Moroccan spice blend.
  3. Grill chicken until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
  4. While chicken is grilling, bring quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, mint, parsley, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Slice grilled chicken and serve over quinoa salad.
This Moroccan Chicken Salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The low GI quinoa helps regulate blood sugar levels, while the chicken provides lean protein. The fresh vegetables and herbs add fiber and various vitamins and minerals. The olive oil dressing provides healthy fats, which are essential for hormone regulation.

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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