Ham and Broccoli Quiche - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Ham and Broccoli Quiche
Servings: 6
Lunch

This Ham and Broccoli Quiche is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Smoked turkey can be used in place of the ham in this traditional quiche recipe.

Ingredients

  • 1 box Pillsbury™ refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on box
  • 1 1/2 cups cubed (1/4 inch) cooked ham
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (6 oz)
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed, well drained on paper towel
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry ground mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 375 °F. Place pie crust in 9-inch glass pie pan as directed on box for One-Crust Filled Pie.
  2. Layer ham, cheese and broccoli in crust-lined pan. In medium bowl, beat eggs and milk with fork. Stir in remaining ingredients. Pour over broccoli.
  3. Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Ham and Broccoli Quiche recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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