PCOS Vegetarian Lebanese Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 15 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Vegetarian Lebanese Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 20g protein, and 40g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

20g Protein

40g Carbs

10g Fat

Grocery list: Quorn chicken pieces, romaine lettuce, tomato, cucumber, lemon, olive oil, salt, pepper. This salad has a low Glycemic Index due to its high fiber content from the vegetables and protein from the Quorn chicken pieces.

Ingredients

1 cup Quorn chicken pieces (US) / 150g Quorn chicken pieces (Metric)
2 cups romaine lettuce (US) / 150g romaine lettuce (Metric)
1 medium tomato (US) / 150g tomato (Metric)
1 medium cucumber (US) / 150g cucumber (Metric)
1/4 cup lemon juice (US) / 60ml lemon juice (Metric)
2 tbsp olive oil (US) / 30ml olive oil (Metric), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Grill Quorn chicken pieces until golden brown.
Chop the lettuce, tomato, and cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the grilled Quorn chicken pieces, chopped vegetables, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Toss the salad until well mixed.
Serve immediately.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is rich in fiber and protein, which are essential for managing PCOS symptoms. The low GI ingredients help maintain blood sugar levels, while the Quorn chicken pieces provide a good source of protein. The olive oil adds healthy monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health. This recipe is quick, easy, and customizable, giving you control over your diet and helping you feel empowered and optimistic about managing your PCOS.

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

Is PCOS Vegetarian Lebanese Chicken Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Vegetarian Lebanese Chicken Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 20g 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 Lebanese Chicken Salad?

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 20g protein (23%), 40g carbs, 10g 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 350 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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