PCOS Indian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Chicken Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Indian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Chicken Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 30g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

30g Protein

10g Carbs

20g Fat

Grocery list: Chicken breasts, spinach, cucumber, red onion, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper. This recipe is low in carbs (GI: Low) and high in protein, making it perfect for a PCOS-friendly diet.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts (200g)
1 cup spinach (30g)
1/2 cucumber (150g)
1/2 red onion (75g)
2 tbsp olive oil (30ml)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Grill the chicken breasts until fully cooked.
Slice the cucumber and red onion.
In a bowl, mix the spinach, cucumber, and onion.
Slice the chicken and add it to the salad.
In a separate bowl, mix the olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

This Paleo Chicken Salad is a perfect PCOS-friendly lunch option. It's high in protein and healthy fats, which can help balance hormones and manage insulin levels. The spinach provides a good source of magnesium, which is essential for insulin sensitivity. The chicken is a great source of B vitamins, which can help with energy levels and mood. The olive oil provides monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Apple Cider Vinegar.

Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being. Apple cider vinegar will...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Indian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Chicken Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Indian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Chicken Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 30g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Indian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Chicken Salad?

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 20 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, 30g protein (34%), 10g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 2g 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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