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

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 10 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Vegetarian Caribbean Recipes: Lunch - Vegetarian Caribbean Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 25g protein, and 35g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

25g Protein

35g Carbs

20g Fat

Grocery list: Quorn chicken pieces, mixed salad greens, mango, red onion, red bell pepper, olive oil, lime. Low GI ingredients: Quorn chicken pieces, mixed salad greens, red bell pepper.

Ingredients

1 cup of Quorn chicken pieces (US) / 240g (Metric)
2 cups of mixed salad greens (US) / 480g (Metric)
1/2 cup of diced mango (US) / 120g (Metric)
1/4 cup of diced red onion (US) / 60g (Metric)
1/4 cup of diced red bell pepper (US) / 60g (Metric)
2 tablespoons of olive oil (US) / 30ml (Metric)
1 tablespoon of lime juice (US) / 15ml (Metric), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat the Quorn chicken pieces in a pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil until golden brown.
In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, diced mango, red onion, and red bell pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Top the salad with the cooked Quorn chicken pieces. Serve immediately.

This PCOS-friendly Vegetarian Caribbean Chicken Salad is packed with protein from Quorn chicken pieces and loaded with vitamins and minerals from a variety of fresh vegetables and fruits. The olive oil and lime dressing provides healthy fats that can help manage PCOS symptoms. The low GI ingredients can help maintain blood sugar levels, which is crucial for PCOS management. This recipe is a great way to enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal while taking control of your PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, this PCOS Vegetarian Caribbean Recipes: Lunch - Vegetarian Caribbean Chicken Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 25g 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 Vegetarian Caribbean Recipes: Lunch - Vegetarian Caribbean 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: 450 calories, 25g protein (22%), 35g carbs, 20g 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 Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 450 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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