PCOS Moroccan Recipes: Lunch - Moroccan Soup with Whole Wheat Bread - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 45 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Moroccan Recipes: Lunch - Moroccan Soup with Whole Wheat Bread is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 15g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 60 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

15g Protein

45g Carbs

10g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of lentils, vegetable broth, onion, carrots, garlic, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, cilantro, parsley, olive oil, and whole wheat bread. Lentils have a low GI, which is beneficial for PCOS.

Ingredients

1 cup lentils
2 cups vegetable broth
1 diced onion
2 diced carrots
2 cloves garlic
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp olive oil
2 slices of whole wheat bread

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
Add the onion, carrots, and garlic and sauté until tender.
Add the lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
Stir in the cilantro and parsley.
Serve the soup with whole wheat bread on the side.

This Moroccan soup is not only delicious, but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Lentils are a great source of fiber and have a low GI, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. Whole wheat bread adds to the fiber content and provides a satisfying crunch. This meal is a great way to feel empowered and in control of your PCOS through food.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Cinnamon is one of the best ingredients that someone with insulin sensitivity can eat. Half a teaspoon of cinnamon per day has been shown to be very effective at normalizing blood sugar levels. Cinnamon contains hydroxychalcone, which is thought to enhance the effects of insulin. It has also been suggested that Cinnamon prevents post-meal blood sugar spikes by slowing the gastric emptying rate - meaning that food digests slowly. (Reference: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11506060).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Moroccan Recipes: Lunch - Moroccan Soup with Whole Wheat Bread good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Moroccan Recipes: Lunch - Moroccan Soup with Whole Wheat Bread recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 15g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 15g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Moroccan Recipes: Lunch - Moroccan Soup with Whole Wheat Bread?

This recipe takes about 60 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 45 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 15g protein (17%), 45g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 15g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. 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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