French Onion Soup II - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 oz skim mozzarella cheese
- 1 dash black pepper
- 1 tsp low sodium beef broth powder
- 1/2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 1 medium onion
- 1 sprig parsley
- 1 cup water
- 1 slice whole wheat bread
- 1 tbsp low calorie margarine
Instructions
- Sauté onions in frying pan with margarine. (Optional to add a teaspoon of sugar to onions to caramelize).
- Boil water.
- Add a teaspoon of beef broth powder to boiling water, simmer.
- Add pepper, Worcestershire sauce and onions to simmering broth.
- Pour broth into an oven-proof bowl, add slice of bread, top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Broil in oven until cheese is bubbly (does not take long so check oven every minute or so).
- Add fresh parsley on top of soup. Enjoy!
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 French Onion Soup II contribute to your health goals:
- Beef: Zinc supports hormone production and immune function
- 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 French Onion Soup II 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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