Hormone Balance: Lamb's Quarters Wild Green Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This Hormone Balance: Lamb's Quarters Wild Green Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 10g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 10 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories

10g Protein

20g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery List: Lamb's Quarters, cucumber, tomato, feta cheese, olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper. This salad is low in GI, making it ideal for PCOS management.

Ingredients

2 cups of Lamb's Quarters (washed and chopped)
1 medium cucumber (sliced)
1 medium tomato (diced)
1/4 cup of feta cheese (crumbled)
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1 tablespoon of lemon juice, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the Lamb's Quarters, cucumber, and tomato.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Sprinkle the feta cheese on top before serving.

This Lamb's Quarters Wild Green Salad is a powerhouse of nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS. The Lamb's Quarters are rich in fiber, which helps regulate blood sugar levels, and the olive oil is a great source of monounsaturated fats, which can improve insulin resistance. The salad also provides a good amount of calcium, potassium, and vitamins A and C. Enjoy this salad for a refreshing, hormone-balancing meal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hormone Balance: Lamb's Quarters Wild Green Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Hormone Balance: Lamb's Quarters Wild Green Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 10g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Hormone Balance: Lamb's Quarters Wild Green Salad?

This recipe takes about 10 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 250 calories, 10g protein (16%), 20g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 5g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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