Spanish Recipe for PCOS - Spanish Vegetable Paella - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
15g
Protein
45g
Carbs
10g
Fat
This recipe includes a grocery list of fresh vegetables, whole grains, and spices. It has a low Glycemic Index due to the use of brown rice and plenty of vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion
- 2 bell peppers
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup short-grain brown rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan.
- Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic and sauté until soft.
- Add the rice and stir to coat in the oil.
- Add the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, peas, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until rice is cooked.
- Serve hot.
This Spanish Vegetable Paella is a PCOS-friendly meal that is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It is low in GI, helping to maintain stable blood sugar levels. The brown rice provides slow-release carbohydrates, while the vegetables provide essential vitamins and antioxidants. The olive oil provides healthy fats. This meal is designed to help you feel empowered and in control of your PCOS through healthy eating.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Brown Rice.
Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.
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