Ham and Cheese Spread Sandwich - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 oz fat free cream cheese
- 1/2 tsp or 1 packet mustard
- 1/2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 6 oz lean ham
- 1 medium whole tomato
- 1/4 tbsp chives
- 1 large whole wheat pita
Instructions
- Combine cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, chives and mustard.
- Spread cheese mixture on inside of pita halves.
- Fill each pita half with equal parts ham and tomato.
- Chill until ready to serve.
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 Ham and Cheese Spread Sandwich contribute to your health goals:
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress elevated 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. 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 Ham and Cheese Spread Sandwich 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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