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Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Lentil and Kale Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Lentil and Kale Soup
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Lentil and Kale Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
18g Protein
45g Carbs
10g Fat
Grocery list: Lentils, Kale, Onion, Garlic, Olive Oil, Vegetable Broth, Cumin, Salt, Pepper. Lentils (GI 29) and kale are low GI foods that help regulate blood sugar levels.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup lentils (200g)
  • 2 cups chopped kale (134g)
  • 1 medium onion (150g)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (1L)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot.
  2. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until golden.
  3. Add lentils, cumin, salt, and pepper, stir well.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth, bring to boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Add chopped kale, cook for another 10 minutes.
  7. Serve hot.
This lentil and kale soup is a powerhouse of nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Lentils are a great source of protein and fiber that help in managing blood sugar levels. Kale is rich in vitamins A and C, and also calcium. The soup is easy to prepare and provides a sense of control and optimism in managing PCOS through diet. Regular updates with such variety of recipes can help in personalized meal planning and provide emotional support.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Kale.

Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg maturation and follicle development in the ovaries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Lentil and Kale Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 18g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 15g 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, 18g protein (21%), 45g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 15g 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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