Shrimp Fajitas - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Shrimp Fajitas is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 245 calories, 24g protein, and 31g carbs per serving. Ready in 33 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon canola oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 medium onion, sliced into thin strips
- ¼ cup water
- ½ tablespoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt (optional)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 10 corn tortillas
Instructions
- Coat a large non-stick skillet with cooking spray. Cook the shrimp over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- Add the oil to the pan and heat. Add the bell peppers and onions and cook for about 7 minutes or until they begin to brown. Add the shrimp and any juices back to pan.
- Add the water and spices, including salt (optional) and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until the water evaporates. Serve the shrimp and peppers in the corn tortillas.
- RECIPE COST: $9.57
- MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Verify that the ingredients that you are using are gluten-free and this dish can be gluten-free.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Shrimp Fajitas contribute to your health goals:
- Shrimp: Selenium supports thyroid function which is often affected in PCOS
- Bell pepper: Vitamin C supports adrenal function and may help manage cortisol levels in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Shrimp Fajitas can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Shrimp Fajitas recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 245 calories per serving with 24g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 33 minutes total. Prep time is 24 minutes and cook time is 9 minutes. It makes 5 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 245 calories, 24g protein (39%), 31g carbs, 3.5g fat. Plus 5g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 245 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 5 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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