Anti-Inflammatory Quinoa Bowl - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups water (500ml)
- 1 cup chopped kale (67g)
- 1 cup chopped red bell pepper (149g)
- 1 cup chopped cucumber (104g)
- 1/2 cup chickpeas (82g)
- 1/2 avocado (100g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa and reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, kale, red bell pepper, cucumber, chickpeas, and avocado.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa, Kale, Avocado.
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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