Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl with Grilled Vegetables - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup of quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups of water (480ml)
- 1 zucchini (200g)
- 1 bell pepper (150g)
- 1 red onion (150g)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil (30ml)
- 1 lemon (60g), Salt to taste, Pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup of feta cheese (75g)
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley (15g)
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- While quinoa is cooking, cut the vegetables into thin slices.
- Heat the olive oil in a grill pan over medium heat. Add the vegetables and grill until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Season the vegetables with salt, pepper and lemon juice.
- Divide the cooked quinoa among two bowls. Top with grilled vegetables, feta cheese and parsley.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa, Lemon.
Quinoa is a highly nutritious grain that is particularly beneficial for individuals with PCOS. This gluten-free grain is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. This makes quinoa an excellent choice for those looking to maintain muscle mass and support overall body functions. But what makes quinoa stand out for PCOS management? One of the key benefits of quinoa is its high magnesium content. Magnesium plays a vital role in regulating...
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