Mixed Vegetable Soup IV - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Mixed Vegetable Soup IV is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 117 calories, 5.83g protein, and 25.16g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (8g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 head large cabbage, chopped
- 2 cups tomatoes, with juice
- 5 oz frozen green peppers
- 5 oz frozen spinach
- 5 oz frozen cauliflower
- 1 cup broccoli
- 5 oz frozen onions
- 2 packets onion soup mix
- 5 oz frozen carrots
- 1/2 cup slices waterchestnuts
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp taco seasoning
Instructions
- Put water and all the vegetables in large pot.
- Bring to hard boil and add onion soup mix and packet of taco seasoning mix.
- Lower heat and cover.
- Simmer until vegetables are tender.
- Note: this soup can be enjoyed as a meal replacement or a healthy in-between meal snack.
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 Mixed Vegetable Soup IV contribute to your health goals:
- Spinach: Magnesium may help improve insulin sensitivity in women with PCOS
- Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
- Cauliflower: Contains compounds that help balance estrogen levels
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress elevated in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
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 nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. 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 Mixed Vegetable Soup IV 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, Spinach, Nuts.
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 Mixed Vegetable Soup IV recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 117 calories per serving with 5.83g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 8g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 5 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 10 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 117 calories, 5.83g protein (20%), 25.16g carbs, 1.22g fat. Plus 8g 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 Soup. At 117 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Soup. 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 10 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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