PCOS Vegan Peruvian Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Peruvian Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Vegan Peruvian Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Peruvian Chicken Salad
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This PCOS Vegan Peruvian Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Peruvian Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 20g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
20g Protein
30g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes a grocery list of jackfruit, olive oil, red onion, garlic, bell peppers, vegan mayonnaise, lime, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and mixed salad greens. The Glycemic Index (GI) for jackfruit is low, making it a good choice for PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of jackfruit (in brine, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 tbsp of olive oil
  • 1/2 cup of red onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup of red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup of yellow bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup of vegan mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp of lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp of cumin
  • 1/2 tsp of paprika, Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups of mixed salad greens

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the jackfruit, onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook until the vegetables are soft and the jackfruit is lightly browned.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the vegan mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the cooked jackfruit and vegetables to the bowl and mix well.
  5. Serve the salad greens on a plate and top with the jackfruit mixture.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Jackfruit is a great source of fiber which helps in maintaining a healthy weight and managing blood sugar levels. The bell peppers are high in vitamin C which is known to improve hormone regulation. The olive oil provides healthy fats that can help reduce inflammation. This recipe is a great way to enjoy a refreshing and hearty meal while taking care of your health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Vegan Peruvian Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Peruvian 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 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

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.

Per serving: 350 calories, 20g protein (23%), 30g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 5g 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 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.

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