Tomato Gazpacho - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Tomato Gazpacho
Prep: 20 min
Servings: 10
Soup

Nutrition per Serving

99 Calories
2.45g Protein
11.03g Carbs
5.96g Fat
A delish, low calorie and healthy chilled tomato based soup that's super easy and great for summer days.

Ingredients

  • 12 large whole tomatoes
  • 2 medium cucumbers, peeled
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 1 large red pepper
  • 1/3 cup fresh coriander
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 5 tbsp wine vinegar
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  1. Blend all ingredients in a food processor.
  2. Add water to reach the consistency you like. It depends on how juicy the tomatoes are, usually about a cup of water.
  3. Chill to let the flavors blend. It's even better the next day.
  4. Note: if you are feeling fancy serve with chopped up coriander, spring onions and/or croutons.

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 Tomato Gazpacho contribute to your health goals:

  • Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
  • Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
  • Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress 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 anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. 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 Tomato Gazpacho 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.

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