PCOS Korean Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Korean Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Korean Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Korean Chicken Salad
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 16 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
30g Protein
20g Carbs
15g Fat
Grocery list: Chicken breasts, Korean BBQ sauce, mixed salad greens, shredded carrots, sliced cucumbers, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, sesame seeds. Low GI ingredients: Chicken, salad greens, cucumbers.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb or 450 g)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) Korean BBQ sauce
  • 4 cups (1 l) mixed salad greens
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) sliced cucumbers
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
  2. Brush chicken breasts with Korean BBQ sauce.
  3. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
  4. While chicken is grilling, prepare the salad by combining greens, carrots, and cucumbers in a large bowl.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, and honey to create the dressing.
  6. Slice cooked chicken and add to the salad.
  7. Drizzle dressing over the salad and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  8. Toss to combine and serve.
This PCOS-friendly Paleo Korean Chicken Salad is a quick, easy, and delicious lunch option. It's packed with protein from the chicken and full of fiber from the fresh vegetables. The sesame oil and Korean BBQ sauce add a burst of flavor, while the honey provides a touch of natural sweetness. This meal is low in carbs and has a low glycemic index, making it perfect for managing PCOS. The high protein content can help regulate your menstrual cycle and improve fertility, while the fiber can help manage blood sugar levels. The salad also contains essential nutrients like calcium, iron, and vitamins A and C, which are beneficial for overall health.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...

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