Pumpkin Apple Mash | PCOS Meal Planner

This Pumpkin Apple Mash is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

The comforting flavors of the fall harvest are prominently featured in this sweet and savory side dish that's easy to make and ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Servings 4

2 tbsp. butter
1 onion
3/4 c. Swanson® Chicken Broth
1 tbsp. brown sugar
1/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves
.13 tsp. ground black pepper
1 pumpkin
2 apples

Instructions

Heat the butter in a 4-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until the onion is tender-crisp.
Stir the broth, brown sugar, thyme, black pepper and pumpkin in the saucepan and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until the pumpkin is tender.
Stir the apples in the saucepan. Cook for 5 minutes or until the apples are tender. Mash the pumpkin mixture, adding additional broth, if needed, until desired consistency.

Why this Pumpkin Apple Mash works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Pumpkin Apple Mash that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Apples will improve your body's sensitivity to insulin (Reference: http://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/27/1/281.full)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pumpkin Apple Mash good for PCOS?

Yes, this Pumpkin Apple Mash 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 4 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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