PCOS Indian Recipes: Lunch - Paneer Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Indian Recipes: Lunch - Paneer Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 25g carbs per serving. Ready in 15 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

18g Protein

25g Carbs

20g Fat

Grocery list: paneer, lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, bell peppers, olive oil, lemon, salt, black pepper. This salad has a low GI due to the high fiber content in the vegetables.

Ingredients

200g paneer (cottage cheese)
1 cup chopped lettuce
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice, Salt to taste, Black pepper to taste

Instructions

Cut the paneer into cubes.
In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, and bell peppers.
Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the salad.
Add the paneer cubes to the salad.
Season with salt and black pepper.
Toss the salad gently to combine.
Serve immediately.

This paneer salad is a great source of protein and calcium, which are important for PCOS. The high fiber content helps to control blood sugar levels. The olive oil provides healthy fats, which can help to balance hormones. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a healthy and delicious lunch.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Indian Recipes: Lunch - Paneer Salad good for PCOS?

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

How long does it take to make PCOS Indian Recipes: Lunch - Paneer 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%), 25g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 5g 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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