Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Turmeric and Coconut Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 55 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Turmeric and Coconut Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 10g protein, and 70g carbs per serving. Ready in 65 minutes. High in fiber (4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

10g Protein

70g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: brown rice, coconut milk, turmeric, salt, fresh cilantro. This recipe has a low GI due to the use of brown rice.

Ingredients

1 cup of brown rice (US)
190g (metric); 1 cup of coconut milk (US)
240g (metric); 1 teaspoon of turmeric (US)
5g (metric); 1/2 teaspoon of salt (US)
2.5g (metric); 2 cups of water (US)
470g (metric); Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a saucepan, combine the rice, coconut milk, turmeric, salt, and water.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 45 minutes.
Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
Fluff with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

This recipe is ideal for PCOS due to its low GI and high fiber content, which helps regulate blood sugar levels. The turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties, and the coconut milk provides healthy fats. The brown rice provides a good source of B vitamins, which are essential for energy production and the proper function of the nervous system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Turmeric and Coconut Rice good for PCOS?

Yes, this Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Turmeric and Coconut Rice recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 10g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Turmeric and Coconut Rice?

This recipe takes about 65 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 55 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 450 calories, 10g protein (9%), 70g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 4g 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 450 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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