PCOS Ethiopian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Ethiopian Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
25g
Protein
20g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Grocery list: Chicken breasts, mixed salad greens, tomatoes, onions, olive oil, lemon, Ethiopian spice blend, salt, pepper. This recipe has a low GI due to the high fiber content in the salad greens and the lean protein from the chicken.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts (500g)
- 1 cup of mixed salad greens (150g)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (75g)
- 1/4 cup diced onions (40g)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil (30ml)
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (15ml)
- 1 teaspoon of Ethiopian spice blend (5g), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with the Ethiopian spice blend, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken cool, then slice it into thin strips.
- In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, tomatoes, onions, and chicken strips.
- Drizzle the salad with lemon juice and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with lean protein from the chicken and healthy fats from the olive oil. The salad greens provide a good source of fiber, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. The Ethiopian spice blend adds a unique flavor and contains spices like fenugreek, which has been shown to improve insulin resistance. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a fast and personalized meal plan.
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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