Easy Meal Prep Vegetarian PCOS Lunch - Quinoa and Chickpea Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups water (500ml)
- 1 can chickpeas (15oz or 425g)
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 large bell pepper
- 1/2 red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (150g)
- 1/4 cup olive oil (60ml)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- While quinoa is cooking, chop the cucumber, bell pepper, and onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chopped vegetables, and chickpeas.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate for later use.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa.
Quinoa is a highly nutritious grain that is particularly beneficial for individuals with PCOS. This gluten-free grain is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. This makes quinoa an excellent choice for those looking to maintain muscle mass and support overall body functions. But what makes quinoa stand out for PCOS management? One of the key benefits of quinoa is its high magnesium content. Magnesium plays a vital role in regulating...
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