PCOS Ayurvedic Kitchari Bowl - Mung Bean and Cauliflower Rice Kitchari - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 45 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Ayurvedic Kitchari Bowl - Mung Bean and Cauliflower Rice Kitchari is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 15g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 60 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

15g Protein

45g Carbs

10g Fat

Grocery list: mung beans, cauliflower, ghee, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, coriander powder, fennel seeds, salt. This recipe has a low GI due to the use of mung beans and cauliflower.

Ingredients

1 cup mung beans (200g)
1 medium cauliflower (600g)
2 tablespoons ghee (30g)
1 teaspoon cumin seeds (5g)
1 teaspoon turmeric powder (5g)
1 teaspoon coriander powder (5g)
1 teaspoon fennel seeds (5g)
4 cups water (1 liter), Salt to taste

Instructions

Rinse mung beans and soak for at least 30 minutes.
Grate cauliflower to make cauliflower rice.
Heat ghee in a pot, add cumin seeds, turmeric, coriander, and fennel seeds.
Add mung beans and stir for a few minutes.
Add water and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes.
Add cauliflower rice and salt, cook for another 10 minutes.
Serve hot.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients beneficial for managing PCOS. Mung beans are high in fiber and protein, helping to balance blood sugar levels. Cauliflower is a low GI food, reducing insulin spikes. The spices used have anti-inflammatory properties. This meal is easy to prepare and offers a comforting, nourishing dinner option.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Ayurvedic Kitchari Bowl - Mung Bean and Cauliflower Rice Kitchari good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Ayurvedic Kitchari Bowl - Mung Bean and Cauliflower Rice Kitchari recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 15g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 15g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Ayurvedic Kitchari Bowl - Mung Bean and Cauliflower Rice Kitchari?

This recipe takes about 60 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 45 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 15g protein (17%), 45g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 15g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

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.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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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