Baked Grits Wedges with Flax - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Baked Grits Wedges with Flax
Prep: 12 min
Cook: 17 min
Servings: 8
Appetizer

Nutrition per Serving

140 Calories
5.03g Protein
14.98g Carbs
6.96g Fat
Try for breakfast and a great way to get your flax in.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp or 1 packet prepared mustard
  • 3/4 cup grits
  • 3 tbsps chopped green onion
  • 1/2 cup whole flax seeds

Instructions

  1. Bring 3 cups water to a boil then add grits.
  2. Reduce heat, cook grits 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in cheese, onions, mustard and ground flax seeds.
  4. You can grind the flax if you prefer to get a whole tablespoon per serving.
  5. Pour into 9-10" pie pan, lightly coated with cooking oil spray. Cover and chill till firm.
  6. Cut into 8 slices and arrange on baking pan lightly coated with cooking oil spray.
  7. Broil 8-10 minutes or until golden.

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 Grits Wedges with Flax contribute to your health goals:

  • Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation

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. 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 Grits Wedges with Flax 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.

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