PCOS Broccoli Tots - Broccoli and Cheddar Quinoa Tots - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Broccoli Tots - Broccoli and Cheddar Quinoa Tots
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Servings: 2
Snack

This PCOS Broccoli Tots - Broccoli and Cheddar Quinoa Tots is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 12g protein, and 28g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories
12g Protein
28g Carbs
10g Fat
This recipe includes broccoli, quinoa, and cheddar cheese, which are all low GI foods. Grocery list: broccoli, quinoa, cheddar cheese, onion, eggs, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of broccoli (chopped)
  • 1 cup of cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup of cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1/2 cup of onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Steam the broccoli until tender, then chop finely.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, quinoa, cheddar cheese, onion, eggs, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper.
  4. Shape the mixture into small tots and place them on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
These PCOS-friendly broccoli tots are packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Broccoli is a great source of fiber and vitamin C, while quinoa provides a good amount of protein and is a low GI food. Cheddar cheese adds a delicious flavor and provides calcium. This recipe is quick and easy to make, offering a healthy and tasty snack option.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Broccoli Tots - Broccoli and Cheddar Quinoa Tots recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 12g 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 40 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 25 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 250 calories, 12g protein (19%), 28g carbs, 10g 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 Snack. At 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Snack. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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