PCOS Vietnamese Recipes: Dinner - Vietnamese Salad with Brown Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 45 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Vietnamese Recipes: Dinner - Vietnamese Salad with Brown Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 15g protein, and 60g carbs per serving. Ready in 60 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

15g Protein

60g Carbs

15g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of brown rice, mixed salad greens, carrot, cucumber, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, chopped peanuts, and sesame seeds. The brown rice has a low GI, making it a good choice for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

1 cup brown rice (US)
185 grams (Metric); 2 cups mixed salad greens (US)
60 grams (Metric); 1 medium carrot, shredded (US)
60 grams (Metric); 1 medium cucumber, sliced (US)
150 grams (Metric); 2 tablespoons soy sauce (US)
30 milliliters (Metric); 1 tablespoon sesame oil (US)
15 milliliters (Metric); 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (US)
15 milliliters (Metric); 2 tablespoons chopped peanuts (US)
30 grams (Metric); 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (US)
9 grams (Metric)

Instructions

Cook the brown rice according to package instructions.
In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, shredded carrot, and sliced cucumber.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Divide the salad between two plates.
Top each salad with half of the cooked brown rice, chopped peanuts, and sesame seeds.

This Vietnamese Salad with Brown Rice is a perfect dinner option for those with PCOS. The brown rice is a low GI carbohydrate, which helps to regulate blood sugar levels. The salad is high in fiber, which aids in digestion and helps to keep you feeling full. The sesame seeds and peanuts provide healthy fats and protein. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, offering a sense of control and empowerment over your diet. The variety of ingredients also ensures regular updates to your meal planning.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Brown Rice, Carrot, Sesame Seeds.

Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity. Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. Beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, is essential for maintaining healthy skin and vision. The high fiber content in car...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Vietnamese Recipes: Dinner - Vietnamese Salad with Brown Rice good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Vietnamese Recipes: Dinner - Vietnamese Salad with Brown Rice recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 15g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Vietnamese Recipes: Dinner - Vietnamese Salad with Brown Rice?

This recipe takes about 60 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 45 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 450 calories, 15g protein (13%), 60g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 7g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 450 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. 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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