PCOS Cauliflower Gnocchi - Sage Brown Butter Cauliflower Gnocchi - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Cauliflower Gnocchi - Sage Brown Butter Cauliflower Gnocchi
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Cauliflower Gnocchi - Sage Brown Butter Cauliflower Gnocchi is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 10g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 50 minutes. High in fiber (6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
10g Protein
45g Carbs
15g Fat
Grocery list: 1 medium-sized cauliflower, almond flour, tapioca flour, unsalted butter, fresh sage, salt, pepper. This recipe uses cauliflower and almond flour to create a lower GI gnocchi, which is beneficial for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium-sized cauliflower (680g)
  • 1 cup almond flour (96g)
  • 1/2 cup tapioca flour (60g)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (57g)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh sage, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Steam the cauliflower until soft.
  2. Blend the cauliflower in a food processor until smooth.
  3. Mix the cauliflower puree, almond flour, tapioca flour, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Roll the dough into small balls and press with a fork to create gnocchi shapes.
  5. Boil the gnocchi until they float to the top.
  6. In a pan, melt the butter and add the sage.
  7. Add the gnocchi to the pan and sauté until golden.
  8. Season with salt and pepper.
This PCOS-friendly recipe uses cauliflower and almond flour to create a lower GI gnocchi, which is beneficial for those with PCOS. The cauliflower provides a good source of fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels, while the almond flour provides a source of healthy fats and protein. The sage brown butter adds a delicious flavor to the dish, making it a satisfying and nutritious meal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Cauliflower Gnocchi - Sage Brown Butter Cauliflower Gnocchi recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 10g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 50 minutes total. Prep time is 20 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 10g protein (11%), 45g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 6g 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 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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