Roasted Cauliflower Broccoli Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Roasted Cauliflower Broccoli Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 125 calories, 5.54g protein, and 17.16g carbs per serving. Ready in 50 minutes. High in fiber (5.2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 head large cauliflower
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 10 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 stalks large celery
- 1 large carrot
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp flour
- 3 fl oz dry white wine
- 1/2 cup water
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup fat free half and half
- 1/2 tsp leaves dried thyme
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400° F (200° C). Toss chopped cauliflower, broccoli and garlic with the olive oil, and roast for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the butter in a large pot or dutch oven. Add the celery and carrot and saute for about 10 minutes.
- Whisk in the salt, pepper, paprika, thyme and flour and continue to cook for 2 minutes.
- Add the wine and water, whisking to combine with the flour mixture.
- Slowly add the broth and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the cauliflower, broccoli and garlic to pot. Using a stick blender, puree well. Remove from heat and stir in half and half.
- Top with bacon bits or serve with crusty bread or crackers.
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 Roasted Cauliflower Broccoli Soup contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- 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
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated 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 protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. 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 Roasted Cauliflower Broccoli Soup 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Roasted Cauliflower Broccoli Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 125 calories per serving with 5.54g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5.2g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 50 minutes total. Prep time is 5 minutes and cook time is 45 minutes. It makes 6 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 125 calories, 5.54g protein (18%), 17.16g carbs, 3.9g fat. Plus 5.2g 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 Soup. At 125 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Soup. 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 6 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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