Garden Vegetable Quiche Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Garden Vegetable Quiche Recipe is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1 frozen pie shell (9 inches)
1 small red onion, sliced
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup diced yellow summer squash
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup fresh baby spinach
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1-2/3 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Let pastry shell stand at room temperature for 10 minutes. Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 400 ° for 4 minutes. Remove foil; bake 4 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 350 °.
In a large skillet, saute the onion, mushrooms and squash in butter until tender. Add spinach and garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Spoon into crust; top with cheese.
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, cream, salt, rosemary and pepper until blended; pour over cheese.
Cover edges of crust loosely with foil. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.

Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garden Vegetable Quiche Recipe good for PCOS?

Yes, this Garden Vegetable Quiche Recipe recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 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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