PCOS Vegan Asian Recipes: Dinner - Vegetable Sushi Rolls - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Vegan Asian Recipes: Dinner - Vegetable Sushi Rolls is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 7g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories

7g Protein

45g Carbs

5g Fat

This recipe includes sushi rice, cucumber, carrot, avocado, nori seaweed, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. The sushi rice has a low glycemic index, which is beneficial for managing PCOS.

Ingredients

1 cup sushi rice (US)
200g sushi rice (Metric)
1.5 cups water (US)
350ml water (Metric)
1/2 cucumber (US)
1/2 cucumber (Metric)
1 carrot (US)
1 carrot (Metric)
1 avocado (US)
1 avocado (Metric)
2 sheets nori seaweed (US)
2 sheets nori seaweed (Metric)
2 tbsp rice vinegar (US)
30ml rice vinegar (Metric)
1 tsp sugar (US)
5g sugar (Metric)
1/2 tsp salt (US)
2.5g salt (Metric)

Instructions

Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Combine the rice and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and cook for 20 minutes.
While the rice is cooking, prepare the vegetables by cutting them into thin strips.
When the rice is done, stir in the rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Let it cool.
Place a sheet of nori on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread half of the rice evenly on the nori.
Arrange half of the vegetables on the rice. Roll up the sushi tightly using the bamboo mat.
Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
Cut each roll into 6 pieces. Serve with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger.

This vegetable sushi roll recipe is packed with nutrients beneficial for managing PCOS. The sushi rice has a low glycemic index, helping to regulate blood sugar levels. The vegetables provide fiber, which aids in digestion and helps control blood sugar. Avocado provides healthy fats, which are essential for hormone regulation. This recipe is a great way to enjoy a delicious, satisfying meal while also taking care of your health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Vegan Asian Recipes: Dinner - Vegetable Sushi Rolls good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Vegan Asian Recipes: Dinner - Vegetable Sushi Rolls recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 7g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Vegan Asian Recipes: Dinner - Vegetable Sushi Rolls?

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 250 calories, 7g protein (11%), 45g carbs, 5g fat. Plus 6g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. 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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