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PCOS Brazilian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Brazilian Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Brazilian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Brazilian Soup
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This PCOS Brazilian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Brazilian Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 25g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
25g Protein
20g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes a grocery list of chicken breast, onion, garlic, carrot, zucchini, kale, and olive oil. The Glycemic Index (GI) for these ingredients is low, making it suitable for PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of diced chicken breast (200g)
  • 1 medium onion (150g)
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 medium carrot (60g)
  • 1 medium zucchini (200g)
  • 1 cup of chopped kale (67g)
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups of water (1 liter)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
  3. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cook until softened.
  4. Add the chopped carrot and zucchini, cook for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the chopped kale, water, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  7. Cook for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  8. Serve hot.
This Paleo Brazilian Soup is a nutrient-dense meal that's excellent for managing PCOS. It includes lean protein from chicken, fiber from vegetables, and healthy fats from olive oil. These nutrients help regulate blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation, and support hormonal balance. Enjoy this easy-to-make, comforting soup for a satisfying and healthy lunch.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. Beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, is essential for maintaining healthy skin and vision. The high fiber content in carrots helps regulate blood sugar levels and supports digestive health. Additionally, the antioxidants in carrots can help reduce inflammation, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg m...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Brazilian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Brazilian Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 25g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

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.

Per serving: 350 calories, 25g protein (29%), 20g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 5g 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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