Ham & Pepperoni Pizza - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 17 slices turkey pepperoni
- 1 slice deli ham
- 1/2 cup low fat cream cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C). Spray 9 x 13" pan with cooking spray.
- Place 2 cups mozzarella cheese in bottom of pan. Bake for 5 minutes.
- Beat together cream cheese and eggs until smooth. Add cream, parmesan and spices.
- Pour egg mixture over cheese. Bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove from oven and spread sauce over baked mixture. Add toppings.
- Cover with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake until bubbly and brown.
- Let stand for 5 minutes.
- Note: different topping can be added as well as chives for more flavor.
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 Ham & Pepperoni Pizza contribute to your health goals:
- Turkey: B vitamins play a role in energy metabolism and hormone regulation
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- 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 Ham & Pepperoni Pizza 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: Eggs.
Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. They are particularly high in choline, which is important for brain health. Eggs also contain antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health. Including eggs in your diet can help provide essential nutrients without significantly raising blood sugar levels, making them a suitable option for managing PCOS symptoms.
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