Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Lentil and Quinoa Salad
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
18g
Protein
48g
Carbs
10g
Fat
This salad is a perfect lunch for those with PCOS. It's packed with protein from the lentils and quinoa, and full of fiber from the vegetables. The dressing, made with lemon juice and olive oil, is light and refreshing. The cumin and turmeric add a nice warmth and depth of flavor. Grocery list: lentils, quinoa, bell peppers, cucumber, parsley, lemon, olive oil, cumin, turmeric. Low GI ingredients: lentils, quinoa, bell peppers, cucumber.
Ingredients
1 cup of lentils (200g), 1 cup of quinoa (185g), 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 cucumber, 1 bunch of fresh parsley, 1 lemon, 2 tablespoons of olive oil (30ml), 1 teaspoon of cumin (2g), 1 teaspoon of turmeric (2g), salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Rinse the lentils and quinoa under cold water. 2. Cook the lentils and quinoa according to package instructions. 3. While they are cooking, chop the bell peppers, cucumber, and parsley. 4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils and quinoa, chopped vegetables, and parsley. 5. In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the lemon, olive oil, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper. 6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. 7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
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