This Strawberry Banana Smoothie II is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 74 calories, 4.06g protein, and 14.54g carbs per serving. Ready in 5 minutes. High in fiber (1.4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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Slice strawberries and banana.
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Add all ingredients to blender. Blend well.
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 Strawberry Banana Smoothie II contribute to your health goals:
- Berr: Their low glycemic index makes them ideal for PCOS-friendly desserts
- Yogurt: Gut-friendly bacteria may help regulate the hormonal imbalances 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. 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 Strawberry Banana Smoothie II 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.
Why this Strawberry Banana Smoothie II works for PCOS
At 14.54g of carbohydrates per serving, this Strawberry Banana Smoothie II is on the lower-carb end, which suits women with PCOS who have confirmed insulin resistance or who notice strong post-meal energy crashes. Pair lower-carb meals like this with a generous portion of non-starchy vegetables to keep fibre intake up.
At 48mg of sodium per serving, this Strawberry Banana Smoothie II fits comfortably within the 1500-2300mg daily target most cardiology and PCOS guidance agrees on. Lower-sodium meals are useful for women with PCOS who also experience bloating or who are managing blood pressure alongside metabolic concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Strawberry Banana Smoothie II recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 74 calories per serving with 4.06g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 1.4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 5 minutes total. Prep time is 5 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 74 calories, 4.06g protein (22%), 14.54g carbs, 0.3g fat. Plus 1.4g 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 Beverage. At 74 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Beverage. 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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