PCOS Chicken Salad - Greek-Inspired Chicken Salad with Tzatziki Dressing - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
30g
Protein
20g
Carbs
15g
Fat
This recipe includes a grocery list of: chicken breasts, cucumber, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon, garlic, salad greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives. The Glycemic Index (GI) for these ingredients is low, making this a great option for those with PCOS.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound/450 grams)
- 1 cucumber (about 8 ounces/225 grams)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (about 240 grams)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (about 30 ml)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (about 15 ml)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced, Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups mixed salad greens (about 60 grams)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (about 75 grams)
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion (about 25 grams)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 25 grams)
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (about 30 grams)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill on medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side, or until no longer pink in the center. Let cool, then slice into strips.
- Grate the cucumber and squeeze out the excess water. In a bowl, mix the cucumber, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the tzatziki dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and olives. Add the chicken and dressing, then toss to combine.
This Greek-inspired chicken salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The low GI ingredients help maintain blood sugar levels, while the high protein content from the chicken and Greek yogurt aids in weight management. The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, and the vegetables offer a variety of vitamins and minerals. This recipe is a great choice for a quick, easy, and healthy lunch.
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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