PCOS Friendly Tacos - Lettuce Wrapped Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Friendly Tacos - Lettuce Wrapped Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 28g protein, and 22g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

28g Protein

22g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: white fish, iceberg lettuce, mango, red onion, jalapeno, lime, fresh cilantro, avocado, olive oil, salt, pepper. The main ingredients in this recipe have a low to medium GI, making it suitable for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

2 fillets of white fish (about 200g each)
1 head of iceberg lettuce
1 ripe mango
1 red onion
1 jalapeno
1 lime
1 bunch of fresh cilantro
1 avocado
1 tsp of olive oil, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 200C/400F.
Place the fish on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
While the fish is cooking, prepare the salsa. Dice the mango, onion, jalapeno, and avocado. Mix in a bowl with the juice of the lime and chopped cilantro.
Once the fish is cooked, let it cool slightly and then flake it with a fork.
To assemble the tacos, take a lettuce leaf, add some of the flaked fish, and top with the mango salsa.

This recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The white fish is a great source of lean protein, while the avocado provides healthy fats. The mango salsa is rich in vitamin C, which can help with inflammation, and the lettuce wraps keep the dish low in carbs. The ingredients in this recipe have a low to medium GI, helping to keep blood sugar levels stable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Friendly Tacos - Lettuce Wrapped Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Tacos - Lettuce Wrapped Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 28g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Friendly Tacos - Lettuce Wrapped Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa?

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 15 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, 28g protein (32%), 22g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 7g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. 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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