Macaroni Salad Made Over - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Macaroni Salad Made Over is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 103 calories, 3.27g protein, and 12.75g carbs per serving. Ready in 70 minutes. High in fiber (1.6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups elbow shaped multi-grain macaroni
- 3 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1 medium red pepper, chopped
- 2 large hard-cooked eggs, chopped
- 4 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup reduced fat mayonnaise with olive oil
- 1/2 cup reduced fat sour cream
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in large saucepan as directed on package, adding vegetables to the boiling water for the last 2 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
- Mix mayo, sour cream and mustard in large bowl. Stir in macaroni mixture and eggs.
- Refrigerate 2 hours or until chilled.
- Optional: sprinkle with paprika or smoked paprika before refrigerating.
- Note: based on a recipe from Kraft foods.
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 Macaroni Salad Made Over contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for 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 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 Macaroni Salad Made Over 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 Macaroni Salad Made Over recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 103 calories per serving with 3.27g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 1.6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 70 minutes total. Prep time is 40 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 16 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 103 calories, 3.27g protein (13%), 12.75g carbs, 4.62g fat. Plus 1.6g 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 Side Dish. At 103 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Side Dish. 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 16 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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