PCOS French Recipes: Lunch - Nicoise Salad with Whole Wheat Bread - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS French Recipes: Lunch - Nicoise Salad with Whole Wheat Bread is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 25g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 15 minutes. High in fiber (6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

25g Protein

30g Carbs

15g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of mixed salad greens, tomato, green beans, canned tuna, eggs, olives, olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper, and whole wheat bread. The Glycemic Index (GI) of whole wheat bread is lower than white bread, making it a better choice for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

2 cups of mixed salad greens
1 medium tomato (chopped)
1/2 cup of green beans (cooked and cooled)
1/2 cup of canned tuna (drained)
2 hard-boiled eggs (sliced)
1/4 cup of olives (pitted)
1 tbsp of olive oil
1 tbsp of lemon juice, Salt and pepper to taste
2 slices of whole wheat bread

Instructions

Arrange the salad greens on a plate.
Top with tomato, green beans, tuna, eggs, and olives.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
Serve with whole wheat bread on the side.

This Nicoise Salad with Whole Wheat Bread is a great choice for those with PCOS. The salad is high in protein and fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The whole wheat bread has a lower GI than white bread, which can help prevent spikes in blood sugar. The recipe also includes healthy fats from the olive oil and tuna, which can help reduce inflammation. Plus, it's quick and easy to make, perfect for a fast, nutritious lunch.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Tuna, Eggs.

Tuna is great for a high protein diet as it has 33 grams of protein within its housing, with no pesky carbohydrates to worry about. In addition to this, tuna contains B vitamins and vitamin D, both of which are vital to fighting back against PCOS. Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. They are particularly high in choline, which is important for brain health. Eggs also contain antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health. Including eggs in...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS French Recipes: Lunch - Nicoise Salad with Whole Wheat Bread good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS French Recipes: Lunch - Nicoise Salad with Whole Wheat Bread recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 25g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS French Recipes: Lunch - Nicoise Salad with Whole Wheat Bread?

This recipe takes about 15 minutes total. Prep 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, 25g protein (29%), 30g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 6g 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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