Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Lentil and Quinoa Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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
- Rinse the lentils and quinoa under cold water.
- Cook the lentils and quinoa according to package instructions.
- While they are cooking, chop the bell peppers, cucumber, and parsley.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils and quinoa, chopped vegetables, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the lemon, olive oil, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- 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, Lemon.
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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