Dinner: PCOS Vegan Asian Recipes: Dinner - Vegan Pad Thai

This recipe includes a grocery list of rice noodles, olive oil, garlic, red bell pepper, carrot, firm tofu, green onions, peanuts, lime, soy sauce, tamarind paste, and agave syrup. The Glycemic Index (GI) for the main carbohydrate source, rice noodles, is low, which is ideal for a PCOS diet.

This Vegan Pad Thai is a perfect dinner option for those with PCOS. It's rich in fiber and protein, helping to keep you full and control blood sugar levels. The low GI of the rice noodles makes it a great choice for managing insulin resistance, a common issue in PCOS. The tofu provides a source of plant-based protein, while the vegetables add a variety of vitamins and minerals. This meal is not only delicious but also empowers you to take control of your health with a simple, easy-to-prepare recipe.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 35 mins

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Ingredients

200g rice noodles (7oz), 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 red bell pepper, sliced, 1 carrot, julienned, 200g firm tofu (7oz), cubed, 2 green onions, chopped, 1/4 cup peanuts, crushed (60g), 1 lime, For the sauce: 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 tbsp agave syrup

Instructions

1. Cook the noodles according to package instructions. 2. Heat the oil in a pan and sauté the garlic until golden brown. 3. Add the bell pepper and carrot and cook for about 5 minutes. 4. Add the tofu and cook for another 5 minutes. 5. In a bowl, mix the sauce ingredients. 6. Add the sauce and noodles to the pan and stir until well combined. 7. Serve the pad thai with green onions, peanuts, and lime.