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PCOS Ethiopian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Ethiopian Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Ethiopian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Ethiopian Soup
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This PCOS Ethiopian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Ethiopian Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 25g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
25g Protein
20g Carbs
15g Fat
Grocery List: Chicken breast, vegetable broth, carrots, onions, garlic, Berbere spice mix, olive oil, salt, and pepper. This recipe has a low Glycemic Index (GI) due to the high fiber content from the vegetables and the lean protein from the chicken.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of diced chicken breast (225g)
  • 2 cups of vegetable broth (500ml)
  • 1 cup of diced carrots (128g)
  • 1 cup of diced onions (160g)
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 tablespoon of Berbere spice mix (7g)
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until the onions are translucent.
  3. Add the chicken and cook until no longer pink.
  4. Add the carrots, Berbere spice, salt, and pepper, and stir well.
  5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the soup to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. Serve hot.
This PCOS-friendly Ethiopian soup is packed with lean protein from the chicken and fiber from the vegetables, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The Berbere spice mix adds a flavorful kick and contains antioxidants. This recipe is easy to prepare, empowering you to take control of your diet and health. The variety of ingredients also ensures that you're getting a wide range of nutrients essential for managing PCOS, such as B vitamins, magnesium, and zinc.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Ethiopian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Ethiopian Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 25g 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 40 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 25g protein (29%), 20g 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 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.

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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