Lunch: PCOS Lunch Ideas - Spinach and Turkey Stuffed Mushrooms
Grocery list: Portobello mushrooms, lean ground turkey, fresh spinach, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. This recipe has a low Glycemic Index (GI) due to the use of lean turkey and fresh vegetables.
This Spinach and Turkey Stuffed Mushrooms recipe is a perfect PCOS-friendly lunch. It is rich in protein and low in carbs, which helps in managing insulin levels. The spinach provides a good source of magnesium and B vitamins, essential for managing PCOS symptoms. The lean turkey is a great source of chromium and zinc, which helps in maintaining blood sugar levels.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
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Health benefits of PCOS Lunch Ideas - Spinach and Turkey Stuffed Mushrooms
Ingredients
4 large Portobello mushrooms, 1 lb lean ground turkey, 2 cups fresh spinach, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tsp olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. Remove the stems from the mushrooms and chop them finely. 3. In a pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent. 4. Add the turkey and cook until browned. 5. Add the chopped mushroom stems and spinach, cook until wilted. 6. Season with salt and pepper. 7. Stuff the mushroom caps with the turkey and spinach mixture. 8. Bake for 20 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 2
| Amount Per ONE Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 300 kcal | ||
| Fat 12 g | ||
| Carbohydrate 15 g | ||
| Protein 20 g | ||
| Omega 3 0.50 g | ||
| Chromium 30.00 mg | ||
| Zinc 15.00 mg | ||
| Magnesium 75.00 mg | ||
| B Vitamins 1.20 mg | ||
| Iron 2 mg | ||
| Calcium 50 mg | ||
| Cholesterol 60 mg | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat 5 g | ||
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g | ||
| Saturated Fat 3 g | ||
| Sodium 300 mg | ||
| Sugar 2 g | ||
| Potassium 800 mg | ||
| Vitamin A 1000 mcg | ||
| Vitamin C 20 mg | ||
| Fiber 3 g | ||
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