Cheeseburger Mac Attack - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Cheeseburger Mac Attack is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

5 ounces (about 1 1/4 cups) uncooked elbow macaroni with at least 2g fiber per 2-ounce serving
10 ounces raw lean ground turkey
2 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 cup finely chopped onion (about 1/2 medium onion)
24 ounces (about 6 cups) frozen cauliflower and low-fat cheese sauce, such as Green Giant
3 wedges light spreadable Swiss cheese, such as The Laughing Cow Light
2 scallions, thinly sliced
Salt and black pepper, optional
Special equipment: slow cooker

Instructions

In a large pot, prepare pasta very al dente, cooking for about half of the time indicated on the package. Drain well and set aside.
In a bowl, combine turkey, ketchup, and onion. Mix well. Add frozen cauliflower and cheese sauce and gently mix. Transfer mixture to a slow cooker.
Add cooked pasta to the slow cooker and gently stir. Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours, until the turkey is fully cooked.
Add cheese wedges and scallions, and stir until evenly distributed.
If you like, season with salt and pepper, to taste. Dig in!
PER SERVING (1/8th of recipe, about 1 cup): 179 calories, 5. 75g fat, 512mg sodium, 19g carbs, 2g fiber, 3. 5g sugars, 12. 5g protein

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cheeseburger Mac Attack good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cheeseburger Mac Attack 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 8 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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