Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 50g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

18g Protein

50g Carbs

10g Fat

This recipe includes sweet potato, lentils, and spices, all of which have a low GI, making it perfect for PCOS management. Grocery list: sweet potato, lentils, onion, garlic, turmeric, cumin, paprika, vegetable broth, olive oil, salt, pepper.

Ingredients

1 large sweet potato (300g)
1 cup of lentils (200g)
1 onion
2 cloves of garlic
1 teaspoon of turmeric
1 teaspoon of cumin
1 teaspoon of paprika
2 cups of vegetable broth (500ml)
1 tablespoon of olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Peel and chop the sweet potato and onion. Mince the garlic.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot and sauté the onion and garlic until soft.
Add the sweet potato, lentils, turmeric, cumin, and paprika to the pot and stir well.
Add the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until the lentils and sweet potato are cooked.
Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

This stew is not only delicious, but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Sweet potatoes are high in fiber and have a low GI, helping to control blood sugar levels. Lentils are a great source of protein and also have a low GI. The spices used, particularly turmeric, have anti-inflammatory properties. This recipe is easy to prepare and provides a comforting meal that supports your health and wellbeing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew good for PCOS?

Yes, this Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew 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.

How long does it take to make Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Sweet Potato and Lentil Stew?

This recipe takes about 45 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 30 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, 18g protein (21%), 50g 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 Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. 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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