Baked Vegetables in Rosemary, Thyme & Olive Oil - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Baked Vegetables in Rosemary, Thyme & Olive Oil
Prep: 28 min
Cook: 10 min
Servings: 4
Side Dish

Nutrition per Serving

117 Calories
5.06g Protein
18.4g Carbs
3.98g Fat
Experiment with spices to keep this baked vegetable mix interesting.

Ingredients

  • 0.2 tsp ground ginger, pinch on summer squash
  • 1 dash ground pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsps rosemary
  • 0.3 tsp leaves tarragon, pinch
  • 1 tsp leaves thyme
  • 1 dash sea salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 spears broccoli
  • 1 head small cauliflower
  • 6 cloves garlic cloves
  • 6 medium whole mushrooms
  • 1 cup sliced summer squash
  • 1 5" long sweet potato, cut into long slices

Instructions

  1. Spray sheet or tray with cooking oil like Pam, then dribble a few drops of olive oil on top.
  2. Slice vegetables to your liking, then lay flat on tray(s).
  3. Bring on the spices.
  4. Bake at 375 °F (190 °C) for 10 minutes, turn over, bake another 10 minutes.
  5. Eat 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 Baked Vegetables in Rosemary, Thyme & Olive Oil contribute to your health goals:

  • Sweet potato: Has a lower glycemic index than regular potatoes, supporting blood sugar control
  • Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
  • Cauliflower: Contains compounds that help balance estrogen levels
  • Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
  • Ginger: May help reduce menstrual pain and inflammation 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 anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. 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 Baked Vegetables in Rosemary, Thyme & Olive Oil 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: Broccoli.

Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...

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