PCOS Vietnamese Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Vietnamese Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Vietnamese Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Vietnamese Soup
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
25g Protein
20g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes chicken for protein, bean sprouts for fiber, and a variety of herbs for flavor. The glycemic index for this recipe is low, making it suitable for those with PCOS. Grocery list: Chicken breast, chicken broth, onion, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, bean sprouts, fresh basil, lime, green onions, jalapeno pepper.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) chicken breast
  • 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth
  • 2 cups (475ml) water
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch (2.5cm) piece of ginger
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) fish sauce
  • 1 cup (200g) bean sprouts
  • 1 bunch fresh basil
  • 1 lime
  • 2 green onions
  • 1 jalapeno pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine chicken broth, water, onion, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a boil.
  2. Add chicken breast, reduce heat, and simmer until chicken is cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken and shred.
  4. Strain broth and return to pot.
  5. Add fish sauce to broth.
  6. Divide shredded chicken, bean sprouts, basil, lime juice, green onions, and jalapeno between two bowls.
  7. Pour hot broth over top.
  8. Serve immediately.
This PCOS-friendly Vietnamese soup is packed with protein from chicken and fiber from bean sprouts, both of which help regulate blood sugar levels. The fresh herbs and lime add a burst of flavor and vitamin C, while the ginger and garlic have anti-inflammatory properties. This meal is quick and easy to prepare, offering a sense of empowerment and control over your diet. Regularly updating your meal plan with recipes like this can provide a sense of relief and support, while also adding variety to your diet.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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