Easy Meal Prep Vegetarian PCOS Lunch - Lentil and Vegetable Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This Easy Meal Prep Vegetarian PCOS Lunch - Lentil and Vegetable Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 60g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

18g Protein

60g Carbs

3g Fat

This recipe includes lentils, vegetables, and spices. Grocery list: lentils, vegetable broth, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, cumin, turmeric, salt, pepper, tomatoes, spinach. Low GI ingredients: lentils, vegetables.

Ingredients

1 cup lentils (200g)
2 cups vegetable broth (480ml)
1 onion
2 carrots
2 celery stalks
2 cloves garlic
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp turmeric, salt and pepper to taste
2 cups water (480ml)
1 cup chopped tomatoes (200g)
1 cup spinach (30g)

Instructions

Rinse lentils under cold water.
Chop onion, carrots, celery, and garlic.
In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until tender.
Add lentils, vegetable broth, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper to the pot.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
Add chopped tomatoes and spinach, cook for another 10 minutes.
Serve hot.

This lentil and vegetable soup is packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Lentils are low GI, high in fiber, and a great source of protein. Vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals. Cumin and turmeric add flavor and health benefits. This recipe is easy to prepare, empowering you to take control of your health, and offering a variety of flavors to keep your meals exciting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Easy Meal Prep Vegetarian PCOS Lunch - Lentil and Vegetable Soup good for PCOS?

Yes, this Easy Meal Prep Vegetarian PCOS Lunch - Lentil and Vegetable Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 18g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 15g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Easy Meal Prep Vegetarian PCOS Lunch - Lentil and Vegetable Soup?

This recipe takes about 45 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 18g protein (21%), 60g carbs, 3g fat. Plus 15g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. 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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