PCOS Vegan Peruvian Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Peruvian Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Vegan Peruvian Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Peruvian Soup
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This PCOS Vegan Peruvian Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Peruvian Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 300 calories, 15g protein, and 40g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

300 Calories
15g Protein
40g Carbs
10g Fat
Grocery list: Quinoa, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, onion, garlic, tomatoes, vegetable broth, cilantro, olive oil, salt, pepper. This recipe has a low GI due to the quinoa and vegetables.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of quinoa (170g)
  • 1 diced red bell pepper (150g)
  • 1 diced yellow bell pepper (150g)
  • 1 diced onion (210g)
  • 2 cloves of garlic (6g)
  • 1 cup of diced tomatoes (180g)
  • 4 cups of vegetable broth (960g)
  • 1 cup of chopped cilantro (16g)
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil (14g), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the quinoa, tomatoes, and vegetable broth.
  4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Add the cilantro, salt, and pepper, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. Serve hot.
This Vegan Peruvian Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe that is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS. Quinoa is a great source of protein and fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The bell peppers and tomatoes are rich in antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation. This recipe is also low in GI, making it a great choice for those with PCOS.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Quinoa is a highly nutritious grain that is particularly beneficial for individuals with PCOS. This gluten-free grain is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. This makes quinoa an excellent choice for those looking to maintain muscle mass and support overall body functions. But what makes quinoa stand out for PCOS management? One of the key benefits of quinoa is its high magnesium content. Magnesium plays a vital role in regulating...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Vegan Peruvian Recipes: Lunch - Vegan Peruvian Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 300 calories per serving with 15g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 300 calories, 15g protein (20%), 40g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 7g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 300 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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