PCOS Low GI Moroccan Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Moroccan Chicken Salad
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.
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