Baked Lemon and Vanilla Oatmeal with Strawberries - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Breakfast

This Baked Lemon and Vanilla Oatmeal with Strawberries is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Faith Durand Prepare this sweet oatmeal casserole the night before and bake the next morning for a no-fuss brunch entree.

Ingredients

5 c. whole milk
1/3 c. sugar
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. kosher salt
1 tsp. lemon zest
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
4 c. old-fashioned rolled oats
1 lb. strawberries
1/2 c. packed fresh mint leaves
1 tsp. balsamic vinegar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9- by 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, 1/3 cup sugar, vanilla, salt, lemon zest, and nutmeg. Add oats and stir to combine. Transfer to prepared dish and spread out evenly. (At this point, the oatmeal can be baked immediately or covered and refrigerated overnight.)
Bake, stirring halfway through, until mixture is thick and oats are tender, about 30 minutes. Set aside 5 minutes to let cool and thicken.
Meanwhile, make strawberry topping: In a medium bowl, toss together berries, mint, remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, and vinegar; set aside 15 minutes. To serve, spoon oatmeal into bowls and add strawberry topping.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baked Lemon and Vanilla Oatmeal with Strawberries good for PCOS?

Yes, this Baked Lemon and Vanilla Oatmeal with Strawberries recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Breakfast with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Breakfast. 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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