PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Italian Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
30g
Protein
15g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Grocery list: Chicken breasts, mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper. Low GI ingredients: Chicken, salad greens, olives, cucumber.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup olives
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.
- In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and red onion.
- Top salad with sliced chicken.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
- Toss to combine and serve immediately.
This Italian Chicken Salad is a perfect PCOS-friendly lunch. It's packed with lean protein from the chicken and healthy fats from the olives and olive oil. The salad greens, cucumber, and tomatoes provide a variety of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C and potassium. The low GI ingredients help to regulate blood sugar levels, which is important for managing PCOS. This recipe is also part of the Mediterranean diet, which is known for its health benefits.
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