PCOS Low GI Thai Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Thai Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Low GI Thai Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Thai Soup
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This PCOS Low GI Thai Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Thai Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 15g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories
15g Protein
20g Carbs
10g Fat
This delicious low GI Thai soup is packed with vegetables and flavor. The grocery list includes: olive oil, onion, garlic, red bell pepper, mushrooms, fresh ginger, Thai red curry paste, vegetable broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, and fresh cilantro. The low GI ingredients such as vegetables and coconut milk help to maintain blood sugar levels.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
  • 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (950ml)
  • 1 cup coconut milk (240ml)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (30ml)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (15ml)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in the ginger and curry paste until well combined.
  4. Add the vegetable broth, coconut milk, and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Stir in the lime juice and cilantro. Serve hot.
This PCOS-friendly, low GI Thai soup is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS. The high fiber content from the vegetables helps in maintaining blood sugar levels, which is crucial for PCOS management. The coconut milk provides healthy fats and helps in hormone regulation. The soup is also rich in vitamins A and C, which are antioxidants and support immune function. This easy-to-prepare recipe offers a variety of flavors and empowers you to take control of your health through food.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Low GI Thai Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Thai Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 15g 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 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.

Per serving: 250 calories, 15g protein (24%), 20g carbs, 10g 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 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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