PCOS Brazilian Recipes: Lunch - Brazilian Soup with Whole Wheat Bread - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 60 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Brazilian Recipes: Lunch - Brazilian Soup with Whole Wheat Bread is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 20g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 75 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

20g Protein

45g Carbs

10g Fat

This recipe includes black beans, which have a low GI, and whole wheat bread, which is rich in fiber. The grocery list includes: black beans, onion, garlic, olive oil, whole wheat bread, salt, and pepper.

Ingredients

1 cup of black beans (US) or 240 ml (Metric)
2 cups of water (US) or 480 ml (Metric)
1 medium onion
2 cloves of garlic
1 tablespoon of olive oil (US) or 15 ml (Metric)
2 slices of whole wheat bread (US) or 70 grams (Metric), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Soak the black beans overnight.
Drain the beans and place them in a pot with the water.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about an hour.
In a separate pan, sauté the onion and garlic in the olive oil until golden.
Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the beans.
Season with salt and pepper.
Serve the soup with a slice of whole wheat bread on the side.

This Brazilian black bean soup with whole wheat bread is a nutritious and delicious meal that's perfect for those with PCOS. The black beans are low GI, helping to regulate blood sugar levels, while the whole wheat bread provides a good source of fiber. The olive oil adds healthy monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce inflammation. This recipe is easy to prepare and offers a comforting and satisfying lunch option.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Brazilian Recipes: Lunch - Brazilian Soup with Whole Wheat Bread good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Brazilian Recipes: Lunch - Brazilian Soup with Whole Wheat Bread recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 20g 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 PCOS Brazilian Recipes: Lunch - Brazilian Soup with Whole Wheat Bread?

This recipe takes about 75 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 60 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, 20g protein (23%), 45g carbs, 10g 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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