Grilled Shrimp Tacos - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- ¼ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 12 ounces peeled and deveined shrimp
- 4 long bamboo skewers, soaked in warm water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- 1 lime, juiced
- ½ teaspoon salt (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 (6-inch) corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup salsa verde
Instructions
- Preheat an indoor or outdoor grill.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, and chili powder. Cover and keep in the refrigerator until needed.
- Skewer 3 ounces of shrimp on each skewer.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lime juice, salt (optional) and pepper. Brush the shrimp with the marinade and grill for 3-4 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and just firm. Continue to brush with the marinade while grilling, using all of the marinade.
- Heat the corn tortillas briefly on the grill. Remove the shrimp from one skewer and place in a tortilla. Top the shrimp with ¼ cup shredded lettuce, a heaping tablespoon of the reserved yogurt sauce, and 2 tablespoons of salsa verde. Repeat for the remaining three tacos.
- Recipe Cost: $9.29
- Side Suggestion: Serve this dish with a green salad tossed with cilantro lime vinaigrette.
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 Grilled Shrimp Tacos contribute to your health goals:
- Shrimp: Selenium supports thyroid function which is often affected in PCOS
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Greek yogurt: Probiotics support gut health which is linked to hormone regulation in PCOS
- Yogurt: Gut-friendly bacteria may help regulate the hormonal imbalances in PCOS
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 anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. 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 Grilled Shrimp Tacos 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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