Lunch: Asian Chicken Salad
Tired of taking the same boring lunch to work every day? Most people burnout when trying to eat healthy because they don't vary their foods enough. Try this delicious salad for a great-tasting change.
This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:
Romaine Lettuce, Chicken Breast, Sesame Seeds
Health and fertility benefits of Asian Chicken Salad
Romaine lettuce contains chromium, which helps maintain normal blood glucose levels by making insulin more efficient. The chromium in romaine lettuce also promotes weight loss due to its ability to help control cravings, reduce hunger, and control fat in the blood. 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 Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production.
Ingredients
Salad
9 oz bag Romaine lettuce
1 cup cabbage, shredded
¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
Dressing
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons gluten-free light soy sauce
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl mix together all salad ingredients.
In a small bowl whisk together dressing ingredients.
Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.
MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Check that all ingredients you use are gluten-free and this dish can be gluten-free.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 4
Amount Per Serving | ||
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Calories 265 | ||
Fat 15 | ||
Carbohydrate 6 | ||
Protein 26 |