Balanced PCOS Lunch Idea - Greek Chicken Salad with Feta and Olives - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 15 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This Balanced PCOS Lunch Idea - Greek Chicken Salad with Feta and Olives is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 400 calories, 30g protein, and 25g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

400 Calories

30g Protein

25g Carbs

20g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of chicken breasts, mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, kalamata olives, olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. The Glycemic Index (GI) for the main ingredients are low, which is beneficial for PCOS management.

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts
1 cup of mixed salad greens
1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup of cucumber slices
1/4 cup of feta cheese
1/4 cup of kalamata olives
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 tablespoon of lemon juice
1 teaspoon of dried oregano, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano.
Grill the chicken until fully cooked.
In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, feta cheese, and olives.
Slice the grilled chicken and add it to the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

This Greek chicken salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS. The chicken provides high-quality protein, while the salad greens, tomatoes, and cucumber offer a variety of vitamins and minerals. The feta cheese and olives add a touch of Mediterranean flavor and provide healthy fats. The olive oil and lemon juice dressing is not only tasty but also helps to keep the Glycemic Index (GI) of the meal low. This meal is designed to keep you feeling full and satisfied while also helping to manage your PCOS symptoms.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Balanced PCOS Lunch Idea - Greek Chicken Salad with Feta and Olives good for PCOS?

Yes, this Balanced PCOS Lunch Idea - Greek Chicken Salad with Feta and Olives recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 400 calories per serving with 30g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Balanced PCOS Lunch Idea - Greek Chicken Salad with Feta and Olives?

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.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 400 calories, 30g protein (30%), 25g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 3g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 400 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. 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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