PCOS Low GI Brazilian Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Brazilian Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
300
Calories
15g
Protein
35g
Carbs
10g
Fat
Grocery list: black beans, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, kale, tomatoes. This recipe is low in GI, with black beans having a GI of 30.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of black beans (200g)
- 2 cups of water (500ml)
- 1 onion (150g)
- 2 cloves of garlic (6g)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil (15ml)
- 1 teaspoon of salt (5g)
- 1 teaspoon of pepper (2g)
- 2 cups of kale (130g)
- 1 cup of diced tomatoes (200g)
Instructions
- Soak the black beans overnight.
- Dice the onion and garlic.
- In a pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until golden.
- Add the beans, water, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 1 hour.
- Add the kale and tomatoes, simmer for another 15 minutes.
- Serve hot.
This low GI Brazilian soup is a perfect lunch option for those with PCOS. The black beans are a great source of fiber and protein, helping to control blood sugar levels. The kale and tomatoes provide a variety of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A and C. The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats. This recipe is quick, easy, and customizable, providing 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: Kale.
Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg maturation and follicle development in the ovaries.
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