Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Tuna and White Bean Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Tuna and White Bean Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 25g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 10 minutes. High in fiber (8g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

25g Protein

30g Carbs

12g Fat

This meal is perfect for those with PCOS as it's high in protein and fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The white beans have a low GI, making them a great choice for this meal. Grocery list: Tuna, white beans, red onion, olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper, parsley.

Ingredients

1 can of tuna in water (5 oz / 142 g)
1 can of white beans (15 oz / 425 g)
1 small red onion (60 g)
2 tablespoons of olive oil (30 ml)
1 tablespoon of lemon juice (15 ml), Salt and pepper to taste, Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Drain the tuna and white beans and place them in a large bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the tuna and bean mixture and toss to combine.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

This Tuna and White Bean Salad is a great PCOS-friendly meal. It's high in protein, which can help regulate blood sugar levels and promote weight loss. The white beans are a low GI food, meaning they release glucose into the blood slowly, preventing spikes in blood sugar. The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, which can improve insulin resistance. This meal is also high in fiber, which is beneficial for digestive health and can help manage PCOS symptoms.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Tuna and White Bean Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Tuna and White Bean Salad 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 8g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Tuna and White Bean Salad?

This recipe takes about 10 minutes total. Prep time is 10 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, 12g fat. Plus 8g 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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