Breakfast: PCOS Breakfast Ideas - Steel-Cut Oats with Chia Seeds and Fresh Berries
Grocery list: Steel-cut oats, chia seeds, fresh berries. This recipe uses low GI ingredients like steel-cut oats (GI 55) and chia seeds (GI 1) to help manage blood sugar levels.
This PCOS-friendly breakfast is packed with nutrients like fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids from the oats and chia seeds, which are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. The fresh berries add a natural sweetness and are high in antioxidants. This meal is designed to keep you feeling full and energized, helping you take control of your day and your health.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
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Health benefits of PCOS Breakfast Ideas - Steel-Cut Oats with Chia Seeds and Fresh Berries
Ingredients
1 cup steel-cut oats (US) / 160 grams (Metric), 2 tablespoons chia seeds (US) / 24 grams (Metric), 2 cups fresh berries (US) / 300 grams (Metric), 2 cups water (US) / 500 ml (Metric), Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. 2. Stir in oats and a pinch of salt, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes until oats are tender. 3. Stir in chia seeds and let sit for 5 minutes to thicken. 4. Serve topped with fresh berries.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 2
| Amount Per ONE Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 300 kcal | ||
| Fat 10 g | ||
| Carbohydrate 45 g | ||
| Protein 10 g | ||
| Omega 3 2.00 g | ||
| Zinc 2.00 mg | ||
| Magnesium 80.00 mg | ||
| B Vitamins 0.50 mg | ||
| Iron 2.5 mg | ||
| Calcium 150 mg | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat 1 g | ||
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g | ||
| Saturated Fat 1 g | ||
| Sodium 10 mg | ||
| Sugar 10 g | ||
| Potassium 200 mg | ||
| Vitamin A 100 mcg | ||
| Vitamin C 30 mg | ||
| Fiber 10 g | ||
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