Lunch: PCOS Low GI Asian Recipes: Lunch - Thai Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

This recipe includes a grocery list of shrimp, olive oil, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, garlic, low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, red pepper flakes, and lettuce. The GI for the relevant ingredients are: shrimp (low), bell pepper (low), cucumber (low), red onion (low), and lettuce (low).

These Thai shrimp lettuce wraps are a delicious, PCOS-friendly lunch option. They are low in GI, which helps regulate blood sugar levels, a key factor in managing PCOS. The shrimp provides a good source of protein, while the vegetables add fiber and a variety of vitamins and minerals. The olive oil used in this recipe is a source of healthy fats, which are beneficial for hormone regulation in PCOS. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, offering a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 25 mins

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Ingredients

1/2 lb (225g) shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil, 1/2 cup (75g) diced bell pepper, 1/2 cup (75g) diced cucumber, 1/4 cup (40g) diced red onion, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon (15ml) low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon (15ml) lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) crushed red pepper flakes, 8 lettuce leaves

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. 2. Add the shrimp and cook until pink. 3. Add the bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and garlic to the pan and sauté for a few minutes. 4. Stir in the soy sauce, lime juice, and red pepper flakes. 5. Spoon the shrimp mixture onto the lettuce leaves and serve.

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