PCOS Peruvian Paleo Recipes: Dinner - Paleo Peruvian Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups water (480ml)
- 1 red bell pepper (150g)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (150g)
- 1 cucumber (300g)
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion (75g)
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro (20g)
- 1 avocado (200g), Juice of 2 limes (60ml)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water.
- In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
- While quinoa is cooking, chop the bell peppers, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and avocado.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chopped vegetables, lime juice, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss until well mixed. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for an hour before serving.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa, Avocado.
Quinoa is a highly nutritious grain that is particularly beneficial for individuals with PCOS. This gluten-free grain is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. This makes quinoa an excellent choice for those looking to maintain muscle mass and support overall body functions. But what makes quinoa stand out for PCOS management? One of the key benefits of quinoa is its high magnesium content. Magnesium plays a vital role in regulating...
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