PCOS Salad Recipe - Chicken and Avocado Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 15 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Salad Recipe - Chicken and Avocado Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 25g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

25g Protein

20g Carbs

30g Fat

This PCOS-friendly salad is packed with protein from the chicken and healthy fats from the avocado and olive oil. The mixed greens and cucumber provide a good source of fiber. Grocery list: Chicken breasts, avocado, mixed greens, cucumber, red onion, olive oil, salt, pepper. The glycemic index for the main ingredients is low, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts (200g each)
1 large avocado
2 cups of mixed greens
1/2 cucumber
1/2 red onion
2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
Slice the cooked chicken, avocado, cucumber, and red onion.
Toss the sliced ingredients with the mixed greens.
Serve the salad with a drizzle of olive oil.

This PCOS-friendly salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. The protein from the chicken helps to keep you full and satisfied, while the healthy fats from the avocado and olive oil aid in hormone regulation. The mixed greens and cucumber provide a good source of fiber, which is important for digestive health. The low glycemic index of the main ingredients helps to prevent spikes in blood sugar levels, which can exacerbate PCOS symptoms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Salad Recipe - Chicken and Avocado Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Salad Recipe - Chicken and Avocado Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 25g 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 Salad Recipe - Chicken and Avocado Salad?

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.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 450 calories, 25g protein (22%), 20g carbs, 30g 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 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.

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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