Blood Sugar Balanced Lunch Box - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Blood Sugar Balanced Lunch Box
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories
25g Protein
45g Carbs
20g Fat
Grocery list: Quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, olive oil, lemon, salt, and pepper. Quinoa and chickpeas have a low GI, helping to maintain stable blood sugar levels.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa (170g)
  • 2 cups water (480ml)
  • 1 cup chickpeas (164g)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (149g)
  • 1 cucumber (301g)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (75g)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (14g)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a pot, bring water to a boil.
  3. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Allow quinoa to cool.
  5. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and feta cheese.
  6. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Toss to combine and serve.
This Blood Sugar Balanced Lunch Box is a perfect meal for those with PCOS. It's packed with low GI foods like quinoa and chickpeas which help maintain stable blood sugar levels. The fiber content aids in digestion and keeps you feeling full longer. The monounsaturated fats from the olive oil are heart-healthy. This meal is also rich in vitamins and minerals like calcium, potassium, and vitamin C which are essential for overall health.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa.

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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