PCOS Friendly Granola - Chai Spiced Grain-Free Granola - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Friendly Granola - Chai Spiced Grain-Free Granola
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min
Servings: 2
Breakfast

This PCOS Friendly Granola - Chai Spiced Grain-Free Granola is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 8g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories
8g Protein
20g Carbs
15g Fat
Grocery list: raw nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans), raw seeds (pumpkin, sunflower), unsweetened shredded coconut, coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, spices (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg), salt. This granola is low in GI, making it ideal for PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
  • 1/2 cup raw seeds (pumpkin, sunflower)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Roughly chop the nuts and combine in a bowl with seeds and shredded coconut.
  3. Melt coconut oil and honey/maple syrup together, then add vanilla extract and spices.
  4. Pour the liquid mixture over the nut and seed mixture, stirring well to coat.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  6. Let the granola cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
This PCOS-friendly granola is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. The nuts and seeds provide healthy fats and protein, which can help balance blood sugar levels. The spices not only add delicious flavor but also have anti-inflammatory properties. This granola is also low in GI, making it a great choice for those with PCOS. Enjoy this granola for a satisfying and empowering start to your day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Granola - Chai Spiced Grain-Free Granola recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 8g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 25 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 250 calories, 8g protein (13%), 20g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 4g 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 Breakfast. At 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Breakfast. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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