Easy Spinach-Lentil Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 ribs celery, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp. cumin
- 1 tsp. coriander
- 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes, plus more if desired
- kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 1 14-oz. can diced tomatoes (and juices)
- 10 oz. lentils
- 2 tsp. fresh thyme
- 4 c. vegetable broth
- 4 c. baby spinach
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add carrots, celery, and onion and cook until beginning to soften, 5 minutes. Add garlic, cumin, coriander, and red pepper flakes, and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add tomatoes, lentils, thyme, and vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and let simmer until lentils are tender and soup has thickened, 20 minutes. (If most of liquid has been absorbed, add in 1/2 to 1 cup more water.)
- Stir in spinach and continue cooking until wilted, 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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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