Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Quinoa and Black Bean Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups water (480ml)
- 1 can black beans (425g)
- 1 red bell pepper (150g)
- 1/2 cucumber (150g)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (15g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml), Juice of 1 lime, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a saucepan, 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 vegetables and cilantro.
- Drain and rinse the black beans.
- In a large bowl, combine quinoa, black beans, bell pepper, cucumber, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss to mix well.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa.
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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