Anti-Inflammatory PCOS Recipe - Spiced Sweet Potato and Quinoa Bowl - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
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
- Preheat the oven to 400F (200C).
- Dice the sweet potato and toss it with olive oil, turmeric, cumin, and salt.
- Spread the sweet potato on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
- While the sweet potato is baking, cook the quinoa according to the package instructions.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, baked sweet potato, spinach, and diced avocado.
- 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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