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PCOS Thyroid Support - Seaweed Salad with Sesame Seeds - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Thyroid Support - Seaweed Salad with Sesame Seeds
Prep: 20 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

200 Calories
5g Protein
10g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes seaweed, sesame seeds, and a homemade dressing. The seaweed is high in iodine, which is essential for thyroid function. The sesame seeds add a crunchy texture and are a good source of healthy fats. The dressing is made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger. The Glycemic Index (GI) for this recipe is low, making it suitable for PCOS management.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried seaweed (30g)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (9g)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (15ml)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (15ml)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (5ml)
  • 1 teaspoon honey (7g)
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger

Instructions

  1. Soak the dried seaweed in warm water for 15 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the dressing.
  3. Drain the seaweed and mix it with the dressing.
  4. Sprinkle the sesame seeds on top before serving.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is designed to support thyroid function, which is often compromised in individuals with PCOS. The seaweed is a rich source of iodine, a nutrient essential for thyroid health. The sesame seeds provide healthy fats and are a good source of calcium. The dressing, made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger, adds a tangy flavor that complements the seaweed. This recipe is easy to prepare, making it perfect for a quick, nutritious lunch. The low GI of this recipe makes it suitable for managing blood sugar levels, a key aspect of PCOS management.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Sesame Seeds, Honey.

Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels an...

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