Potato Broccoli Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Potato Broccoli Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 183 calories, 9.95g protein, and 23.35g carbs per serving. Ready in 39 minutes. High in fiber (2.4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups potatoes diced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 1/2 cups chopped celery
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 4 cups skim milk
- 2 cubes chicken bouillon
- 1/3 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook potatoes, onions, carrots and celery in one cup of water for approximately 5 minutes on medium heat.
- Add broccoli to other vegetables and continue to cook for 5-10 minutes.
- Add 3 cups of milk, 2 chicken bouillon cubes and a teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce to vegetables and heat to boiling and then decrease to simmer.
- In a small bowl blend 1/3 cup of flour and 1 cup of skim milk until smooth, add to soup, stir and cook until just thickened. Turn off heat.
- Add shredded cheese and stir until melted. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Note: you can use different vegetables and serve either chunky or pureed. You can use a mixture of cheese, swiss, sharp cheddar etc.
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 Potato 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
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
- Carrot: Provide antioxidants that support overall metabolic health
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 nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. 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 Potato 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 Potato Broccoli Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 183 calories per serving with 9.95g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2.4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 39 minutes total. Prep time is 24 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 8 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 183 calories, 9.95g protein (22%), 23.35g carbs, 5.9g fat. Plus 2.4g 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 Soup. At 183 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 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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