Lunch: PCOS Low GI Moroccan Recipes: Lunch - Low GI Moroccan Soup

Grocery list: Olive oil, onion, garlic, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, carrots, celery, zucchini, vegetable broth, chickpeas, diced tomatoes, fresh cilantro. This soup is low in GI, making it perfect for a PCOS-friendly diet.

This low GI Moroccan soup is a perfect lunch for those with PCOS. It's packed with fiber from vegetables and chickpeas, which helps control blood sugar levels. The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, while the spices add flavor without adding calories. The soup is also rich in vitamins A and C, important for immune function and skin health. Enjoy this easy-to-make, nutritious soup and take a step towards better control of your PCOS.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Total Time: 45 mins

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml), 1 onion chopped, 2 cloves garlic minced, 1 teaspoon ground cumin (5g), 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (2.5g), 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (1.25g), 1 cup chopped carrots (128g), 1 cup chopped celery (101g), 1 cup chopped zucchini (124g), 4 cups vegetable broth (950ml), 1 can chickpeas drained (15oz or 425g), 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5oz or 411g), 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (20g), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cook until soft. 2. Stir in the cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon. 3. Add the carrots, celery, and zucchini. Cook for 5 minutes. 4. Add the vegetable broth, chickpeas, and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. 5. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. 6. Stir in the cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. 7. Serve hot.

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