PCOS Vegan Mexican Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Black Bean and Avocado Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Vegan Mexican Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Black Bean and Avocado Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 15 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

18g Protein

45g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: Black beans, avocado, tomato, corn, red onion, lime, cilantro, salt, and pepper. This salad is low in GI, making it perfect for PCOS management.

Ingredients

1 cup black beans (cooked
172g)
1 avocado (200g)
1 tomato (123g)
1/2 cup corn (89g)
1/2 red onion (80g)
1/2 lime (juiced
1/2 cup cilantro (8g), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Rinse and drain the black beans.
Dice the avocado, tomato, and red onion.
In a large bowl, combine the black beans, avocado, tomato, corn, and red onion.
Squeeze the lime juice over the salad, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and season with salt and pepper.
Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

This PCOS-friendly salad is packed with fiber and protein from black beans, healthy fats from avocado, and an array of vitamins and minerals. The low GI of these ingredients helps regulate blood sugar levels, a key aspect of managing PCOS. The salad is also rich in magnesium and B vitamins, which are known to improve insulin resistance and mood, respectively.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Vegan Mexican Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Black Bean and Avocado Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Vegan Mexican Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Black Bean and Avocado Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 18g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 15g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Vegan Mexican Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Black Bean and Avocado Salad?

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, 18g protein (21%), 45g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 15g 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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