Steel-Cut Oatmeal with Toasted Pecans and Caramelized Bananas - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 2

Breakfast

This Steel-Cut Oatmeal with Toasted Pecans and Caramelized Bananas is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Margo True The flax seed meal adds nuttiness, crunch, and even more nutrition.

Ingredients

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
About 1 1/2 tbsp. roasted pecan oil* or other nut oil, divided
1/2 cup steel-cut oatmeal, such as McCann's Irish
2 tablespoons flax seed meal*
1 large or 2 small ripe (brown-flecked) bananas, sliced 1/4 in. thick
About 1 1/2 tbsp. honey, divided
2 tablespoons chopped toasted pecans

Instructions

Boil 2 1/2 cups water in a saucepan. Stir in salt and 1/2 tbsp. oil, then oats. Cook, stirring, until oats start to thicken and look creamy, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered and stirring occasionally, until oats are thick and very creamy, 20 to 25 minutes. Stir in flax seed meal.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp. oil in a nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Add bananas and cook until translucent at edges, about 3 minutes. Flip with a spatula, drizzle with 1 tbsp. honey, and cook until soft and lightly browned, about 1 minute more.
Stir 1/2 tbsp. honey into oatmeal. Pour into 2 bowls; stir in more oil and some nuts. Top with bananas and more pecans.
*Find nut oil and flax seed meal at natural-foods and well-stocked grocery stores.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey.

Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Steel-Cut Oatmeal with Toasted Pecans and Caramelized Bananas good for PCOS?

Yes, this Steel-Cut Oatmeal with Toasted Pecans and Caramelized Bananas recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Breakfast with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Breakfast. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 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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