PCOS Electric Griddle Lunch - Grilled Vegetable and Halloumi Skewers - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Electric Griddle Lunch - Grilled Vegetable and Halloumi Skewers
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This PCOS Electric Griddle Lunch - Grilled Vegetable and Halloumi Skewers is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 25g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
18g Protein
25g Carbs
20g Fat
Grocery list: zucchini, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, halloumi cheese, olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper. This recipe has a low GI, making it suitable for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium zucchini (US: 1 cup, Metric: 150g)
  • 1 red bell pepper (US: 1 cup, Metric: 150g)
  • 1 yellow bell pepper (US: 1 cup, Metric: 150g)
  • 1 red onion (US: 1 cup, Metric: 150g)
  • 200g halloumi cheese (US: 7 oz)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (US: 2 tbsp, Metric: 30ml)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (US: 1 tbsp, Metric: 15ml), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the electric griddle to medium heat.
  2. Cut the vegetables and halloumi into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Thread the vegetables and halloumi onto skewers.
  4. Mix the olive oil and lemon juice together and brush onto the skewers.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Grill the skewers on the griddle for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the halloumi is golden.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. The high fiber content helps regulate blood sugar levels, while the monounsaturated fats in olive oil can help reduce inflammation. The halloumi provides a good source of calcium and protein. This meal is not only easy to prepare but also offers a variety of flavors and textures to keep your meal planning interesting and enjoyable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Electric Griddle Lunch - Grilled Vegetable and Halloumi Skewers recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 18g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 18g protein (21%), 25g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 5g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

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.

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