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Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Sweet Potato and Quinoa Bowl - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Sweet Potato and Quinoa Bowl
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Sweet Potato and Quinoa Bowl is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 18g protein, and 60g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories
18g Protein
60g Carbs
15g Fat
Grocery list: sweet potato, quinoa, olive oil, turmeric, cumin, salt, spinach, avocado, lemon. This recipe is low in GI, making it perfect for managing PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 large sweet potato (US: 1 cup, Metric: 200g)
  • 1/2 cup of quinoa (US: 1/2 cup, Metric: 85g)
  • 1 tbsp of olive oil (US: 1 tbsp, Metric: 15ml)
  • 1 tsp of turmeric (US: 1 tsp, Metric: 5g)
  • 1/2 tsp of cumin (US: 1/2 tsp, Metric: 2.5g), Salt to taste
  • 2 cups of spinach (US: 2 cups, Metric: 60g)
  • 1/2 avocado (US: 1/2 cup, Metric: 100g)
  • 1 tbsp of lemon juice (US: 1 tbsp, Metric: 15ml)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400F (200C).
  2. Dice the sweet potato and toss it with olive oil, turmeric, cumin, and salt.
  3. Spread the sweet potato on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
  4. While the sweet potato is baking, cook the quinoa according to the package instructions.
  5. In a bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, baked sweet potato, spinach, and diced avocado.
  6. Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients that help manage PCOS symptoms. Sweet potatoes are high in fiber and have a low GI, which helps control blood sugar levels. Quinoa is a complete protein and a great source of magnesium, which can improve insulin metabolism. Spinach is rich in iron and calcium, while avocados provide healthy fats and are high in fiber. The turmeric and cumin add an anti-inflammatory boost.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa, Spinach, Avocado.

Quinoa is a highly nutritious grain that is particularly beneficial for individuals with PCOS. This gluten-free grain is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. This makes quinoa an excellent choice for those looking to maintain muscle mass and support overall body functions. But what makes quinoa stand out for PCOS management? One of the key benefits of quinoa is its high magnesium content. Magnesium plays a vital role in regulating...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Sweet Potato and Quinoa Bowl recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 18g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 10g 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: 450 calories, 18g protein (16%), 60g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 10g 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 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.

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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