Raspberry Orange and Banana Smoothie - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Raspberry Orange and Banana Smoothie is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 205 calories, 3.32g protein, and 48.15g carbs per serving. Ready in 6 minutes. High in fiber (5.6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup sliced bananas
- 2 1/2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
Instructions
- Place the ingredients into blender and whip until smooth.
- Note you can take to work in an empty bottle, just shake before drinking. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
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 Raspberry Orange and Banana Smoothie contribute to your health goals:
- Berr: Their low glycemic index makes them ideal for PCOS-friendly desserts
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 Raspberry Orange and Banana Smoothie 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Raspberry Orange and Banana Smoothie recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 205 calories per serving with 3.32g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5.6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 6 minutes total. Prep time is 6 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 205 calories, 3.32g protein (6%), 48.15g carbs, 1.14g fat. Plus 5.6g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Breakfast. At 205 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Breakfast. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 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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