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Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad with Chickpeas and Herbs - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad with Chickpeas and Herbs
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
12g Protein
45g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes quinoa, chickpeas, fresh herbs, and vegetables, all of which are low on the Glycemic Index (GI), making it ideal for those with PCOS. Grocery list: Quinoa, canned chickpeas, fresh parsley, fresh mint, tomatoes, cucumber, olive oil, lemons, salt, pepper.

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa (170g), 2 cups water (480ml), 1 can chickpeas (15oz/425g), 1 cup fresh parsley (60g), 1/2 cup fresh mint (25g), 2 medium tomatoes (300g), 1 cucumber (300g), 1/4 cup olive oil (60ml), Juice of 2 lemons, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water. 2. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until quinoa is tender and the water has been absorbed, about 15 minutes. Let cool. 3. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, parsley, mint, tomatoes, and cucumber. Add the cooled quinoa. 4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salad and toss to coat. 5. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 days.

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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