Spicy Cajun Crab and Greens Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup all purpose flour
- 3 to 5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 1/2 cups bottled clam juice
- 2 14 1/2-ounce cans diced tomatoes with caramelized onion, in juice
- 1 6-ounce bag baby spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
- 1 garlic clove, pressed
- 1 pound lump crabmeat
Instructions
- Whisk oil and flour in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat until smooth and golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add enough Cajun seasoning to season to taste and stir 30 seconds. Add clam juice and stir until smooth. Add tomatoes with juices. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 3 minutes. Add spinach, thyme, and garlic and simmer until spinach is just wilted, about 1 minute. Add crabmeat and simmer until heated through, stirring gently. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into bowls and serve.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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