Lunch: Chicken Salad with Orange-Pistachio Vinaigrette

Recipe by Ivy Manning If you can't find precooked quinoa and brown rice together, substitute a package of precooked brown rice.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Brown Rice, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken Salad with Orange-Pistachio Vinaigrette

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

1 (8.5-ounce) package precooked quinoa and brown rice (such as Seeds of Change)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
3/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups shredded skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken breast (about 10 ounces)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped unsalted, dry-roasted pistachios
4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into bite-sized pieces
2 medium heirloom tomatoes, each cut into 6 wedges

Instructions

Heat grains according to package directions; set aside.
Combine oil and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add chicken, basil, pistachios, and cheese; toss to coat. Place about 3/4 cup chicken mixture, 1/2 cup quinoa mixture, and 3 tomato wedges on each of 4 plates.

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