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PCOS Moroccan Keto Recipes: Lunch - Keto Moroccan Chicken Salad
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This PCOS Moroccan Keto Recipes: Lunch - Keto Moroccan Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 35g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories
35g Protein
10g Carbs
30g Fat
Grocery list: chicken breasts, mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olive oil, lemon, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. This recipe has a low Glycemic Index due to the high fiber content from the vegetables and the protein from the chicken.

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts (200g each)
  • 1 cup of mixed salad greens (60g)
  • 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes (75g)
  • 1/4 cup of sliced cucumber (30g)
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil (30ml)
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (15ml)
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin (2g)
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika (2g), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
  4. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
  6. Drizzle the salad with the remaining olive oil and lemon juice.
  7. Add the sliced chicken to the salad and toss everything together.
  8. Serve the salad immediately, or refrigerate it for later.
This Moroccan chicken salad is not only delicious, but it's also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS. The high protein content from the chicken helps to keep you feeling full and satisfied, while the healthy fats from the olive oil aid in hormone regulation. The salad greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber provide a good source of fiber, which can help to control blood sugar levels. The spices, cumin and paprika, add a flavorful twist to this dish, making it a refreshing and satisfying lunch option.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Moroccan Keto Recipes: Lunch - Keto Moroccan Chicken Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 35g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 450 calories, 35g protein (31%), 10g carbs, 30g fat. Plus 3g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

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.

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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