Butternut Carrot Sweet Potato soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Butternut Carrot Sweet Potato soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 90 calories, 0.97g protein, and 9.83g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (1.6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups unsweetened coconut milk
- 15 oz baby carrots
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsps avocado oil
- 5 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 1 5" long sweet potato
Instructions
- Heat up the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onion and the carrot for about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the squash and sweet potato to the pot and pour in the vegetable broth. Add the spices and salt and bring to a boil. Once it has started to boil, reduce to a simmer and cover while allowing it to cook for about 20 minutes or until all of the veggies are very tender. Pour in the coconut milk.
- Using an immersion blender or regular blender, puree the vegetables until a thick, smooth consistency is reached.
- Serve warm and 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 Butternut Carrot Sweet Potato soup contribute to your health goals:
- Sweet potato: Has a lower glycemic index than regular potatoes, supporting blood sugar control
- Avocado: Healthy fats support hormone production and help reduce inflammation
- Coconut: May support metabolism without spiking blood sugar
- Carrot: Provide antioxidants that support overall metabolic health
- Coconut milk: A good alternative for those with PCOS who are sensitive to dairy
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 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 Butternut Carrot Sweet Potato soup 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.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Carrot, Avocado.
Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. Beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, is essential for maintaining healthy skin and vision. The high fiber content in carrots helps regulate blood sugar levels and supports digestive health. Additionally, the antioxidants in carrots can help reduce inflammation, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Avocado is a nutrient-dense fruit that provides numerous health benefits, es...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Butternut Carrot Sweet Potato soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 90 calories per serving with 0.97g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 1.6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 45 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 18 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 90 calories, 0.97g protein (4%), 9.83g carbs, 5.49g fat. Plus 1.6g 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 Soup. At 90 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Soup. 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 18 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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