PCOS Friendly Zoodles - Zucchini Noodles with Lemon Garlic Shrimp - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
300
Calories
25g
Protein
15g
Carbs
10g
Fat
This recipe requires a few simple ingredients: zucchini, shrimp, garlic, lemon, and olive oil. The zucchini has a low GI, making it a great choice for those with PCOS.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis (spiralized into noodles)
- 200g of shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink.
- Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate pan, sauté zucchini noodles until tender.
- Combine shrimp and zucchini noodles. Serve hot.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. The zucchini provides fiber which helps control blood sugar levels, while the shrimp provides protein and omega-3 fatty acids. The olive oil is a great source of monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce insulin resistance.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.
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