Dinner: Nutrient-Rich Tofu and Vegetable Slow Cooker Stew for PCOS

This Nutrient-Rich Tofu and Vegetable Slow Cooker Stew is an excellent meal for women with PCOS. Tofu is a great source of plant-based protein and contains all essential amino acids. Sweet potatoes and spinach provide essential vitamins and minerals, incl

This nutrient-rich tofu and vegetable slow cooker stew is perfect for a healthy and nutritious dinner, providing essential nutrients to support PCOS management and overall well-being.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 480 mins

Total Time: 495 mins

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Health benefits of Nutrient-Rich Tofu and Vegetable Slow Cooker Stew for PCOS

Ingredients

1 lb firm tofu, cubed
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 cup chopped spinach
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup diced celery
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
4 cups vegetable broth
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Add the olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, and ground turmeric to the slow cooker.
2. Add the cubed tofu to the slow cooker.
3. Add the diced sweet potato, chopped spinach, diced tomatoes, diced carrots, and diced celery.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and soy sauce, and stir to combine.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
6. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Before serving, toast the pumpkin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
8. Ladle the stew into bowls and sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds.
9. Serve hot and enjoy.