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PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Noodles with Peanut Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Noodles with Peanut Sauce
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Noodles with Peanut Sauce is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 12g protein, and 65g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories
12g Protein
65g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes a grocery list of brown rice noodles, peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic, broccoli, bell peppers, and olive oil. The brown rice noodles have a low Glycemic Index (GI), making them a great choice for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of brown rice noodles (100g)
  • 2 tablespoons of peanut butter (30g)
  • 1 tablespoon of soy sauce (15ml)
  • 1 tablespoon of honey (15ml)
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup of broccoli (75g)
  • 1/2 cup of bell peppers (75g)
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil (15ml), Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the brown rice noodles as per the package instructions.
  2. In a pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until golden brown.
  3. Add the broccoli and bell peppers to the pan and sauté until they are tender.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the peanut butter, soy sauce, and honey to make the sauce.
  5. Add the cooked noodles and the sauce to the pan and mix well.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
This PCOS-friendly pasta dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for those with PCOS. The brown rice noodles have a low Glycemic Index (GI), which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The peanut sauce provides healthy fats and protein, while the vegetables add fiber and various vitamins. This meal is quick and easy to prepare, offering a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey, Broccoli.

Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Noodles with Peanut Sauce recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 12g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 450 calories, 12g protein (11%), 65g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 5g 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 Dinner. At 450 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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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