PCOS Thyroid Support: Wakame and Cucumber Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
150
Calories
3g
Protein
20g
Carbs
5g
Fat
Grocery list: Wakame seaweed, cucumber, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds. This salad is low in GI, making it perfect for PCOS management.
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried wakame seaweed (US: 1 cup, Metric: 240 ml)
- 1 cucumber (US: 1, Metric: 1)
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (US: 2 tbsp, Metric: 30 ml)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (US: 1 tbsp, Metric: 15 ml)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (US: 1 tsp, Metric: 5 ml)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (US: 1 tbsp, Metric: 15 ml)
Instructions
- Soak the wakame in warm water for 10 minutes.
- While the wakame is soaking, slice the cucumber thinly.
- In a bowl, mix the vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil.
- Drain the wakame and add to the bowl.
- Add the cucumber and sesame seeds to the bowl and mix well.
This Wakame and Cucumber Salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS management. Wakame is rich in iodine, essential for thyroid health. Cucumbers are low in calories and high in fiber, making them perfect for weight management. The dressing, made with rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil, adds a flavorful punch without adding unnecessary calories or sugar. This salad is easy to prepare, making it perfect for a quick, nutritious lunch.
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