Oatmeal Pancakes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup oatmeal
- 1/3 cup cottage cheese, low fat
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsps ground flax seed
- 1/2 serving 1 packet splenda sweetener
Instructions
- Pre-heat a non-stick skillet or griddle to medium heat.
- In a blender add the dry mix oatmeat and flax seed. Blend for 3-5 seconds.
- Add the cottage cheese and egg. Blend for further 3-5 seconds.
- Add sweetner to taste.
- Spoon the mixture on to a skillet or griddle. Flip when golden. Do not overcook.
- Serve with your choice of toppings - low sugar syrup, fruit or jam.
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 Oatmeal Pancakes contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Oat: Supports steady blood sugar release, reducing insulin resistance
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). 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 Oatmeal Pancakes 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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