No-Bake Quinoa Protein Bars - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 24

Snack

This No-Bake Quinoa Protein Bars is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by MamaMary These are protein and whole grain packed, with just enough sweetness. They are perfect for a quick snack that will help you power through the next part of your day! Bars can be stored in the freezer for a quick grab-n-go breakfast! See

Ingredients

3 cups cooked quinoa, cooled
1 1/2 cups pitted dates
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, or as needed
1/2 cup shredded coconut
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
4 cups ground oats, or as needed, divided
1/2 cup ground flax seed
3 tablespoons protein powder
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons chia seeds
1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Blend quinoa, dates, honey, applesauce, coconut, sunflower seeds, coconut oil, and vanilla together in a food processor until smooth. Add enough of the oats to fill the processor bowl and and blend until combined.
Stir the quinoa mixture with the remaining oats, flax seed, protein powder, sesame seeds, chia seeds, and salt in a large bowl until mixture is able to hold it's shape without sticking to you hands. Press mixture firmly into prepared baking pan and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Sunflower Seeds, Sesame Seeds, Honey, Apples, Chia Seeds.

Sunflower seeds are an excellent food for PCOS as they are packed with vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and vitamin B6 (pyridoxine). Just one cup of sunflower seeds provides 30% of the recommended daily intake for vitamin B6. Sunflower seeds are also loaded with two other important of PCOS busting minerals: zinc and magnesium. Sesame seeds help with progesterone balance. Lignans found in in sesame seeds help to prevent excess estrogen production. Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is No-Bake Quinoa Protein Bars good for PCOS?

Yes, this No-Bake Quinoa Protein Bars recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Snack with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. 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 24 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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