Turkey Sausage Patties - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp leaves basil
- 1 tsp coriander
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp leaves oregano
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Combine turkey and dry spices in large bowl. Mix together thoroughly.
- Add chicken broth, mixing well. Let stand 15-20 minutes.
- Form turkey into 8 patties, approx. 3/4" thick.
- Cook patties in non-stick skillet over medium heat, about 7-8 minutes on each side, or until thoroughly cooked.
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 Turkey Sausage Patties contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Turkey: B vitamins play a role in energy metabolism and hormone regulation
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often 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. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. 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 Turkey Sausage Patties 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: Basil.
Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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