Egg & Asparagus Medley - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Egg & Asparagus Medley is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 282 calories, 16g protein, and 6.38g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (2.4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp margarine
- 2 medium boiled eggs
- 8 medium spears asparagus
- 1 tbsp parmesan cheese
- 1 dash ground pepper
Instructions
- Snap the woody stems off the asparagus spears by hand (then trim in necessary). Cook asparagus until tender (by boiling or steaming).
- While your asparagus is cooking, boil the eggs.
- Leave both the eggs and asparagus to cook. In the mean time, melt the margarine (use butter if you prefer).
- Once finished cooking, blot the asparagus on a paper towel to remove some moisture then arrange on a plate.
- Remove boiled eggs from pot, cool briefly in some cold water (makes it easier to peel off the shell) then chop and place on top of the asparagus.
- Drizzle the melted margarine over the top of your dish, then grate/shave a little parmesan (or other cheese, but a hard Italian cheese works best with the flavor of the asparagus) and crack some black pepper over the top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
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 Egg & Asparagus Medley contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Asparagus: Supports gut health and provides anti-inflammatory nutrients
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 nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. 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 Egg & Asparagus Medley 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: Asparagus.
Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many women of reproductive age. This nutrient-dense vegetable offers a myriad of health benefits that align perfectly with the dietary needs of those managing PCOS, making it an essential addition to their diet. Rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, asparagus is particularly high in folate, vitamins A, C, E, and K, and has significant levels of chromium—a trace mineral that enha...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Egg & Asparagus Medley recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 282 calories per serving with 16g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2.4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes.
Per serving: 282 calories, 16g protein (23%), 6.38g carbs, 21.96g fat. Plus 2.4g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Appetizer. At 282 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Appetizer. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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