Zinc-Boosted Chickpea and Avocado Breakfast Bowl for PCOS - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Servings: 2

Breakfast

This Zinc-Boosted Chickpea and Avocado Breakfast Bowl for PCOS is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 25g protein, and 35g carbs per serving. Ready in 10 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

25g Protein

35g Carbs

22g Fat

This Zinc-Boosted Chickpea and Avocado Breakfast Bowl is an excellent choice for women with PCOS. Chickpeas are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, which help in maintaining stable blood sugar levels. Avocado provides healthy fats that are es

Ingredients

1 cup cooked chickpeas
1 ripe avocado
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, diced
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and diced red onion.
In a small bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
Add the mashed avocado mixture to the bowl with chickpeas and vegetables, and mix well.
Heat a small skillet over medium heat and toast the pumpkin seeds for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
Sprinkle the toasted pumpkin seeds over the chickpea and avocado mixture.
Drizzle with olive oil.
Serve immediately and enjoy.

This protein-heavy and zinc-rich chickpea and avocado breakfast bowl is perfect for a healthy and nutritious start to the day, providing essential nutrients to support PCOS management and overall well-being.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zinc-Boosted Chickpea and Avocado Breakfast Bowl for PCOS good for PCOS?

Yes, this Zinc-Boosted Chickpea and Avocado Breakfast Bowl for PCOS recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 25g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 10g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Zinc-Boosted Chickpea and Avocado Breakfast Bowl for PCOS?

This recipe takes about 10 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 450 calories, 25g protein (22%), 35g carbs, 22g fat. Plus 10g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Breakfast with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Breakfast. At 450 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for 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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