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PCOS Friendly Protein Waffles - Savory Spinach and Feta Protein Waffles - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Friendly Protein Waffles - Savory Spinach and Feta Protein Waffles
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Breakfast

This PCOS Friendly Protein Waffles - Savory Spinach and Feta Protein Waffles is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 20g protein, and 25g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
20g Protein
25g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes spinach, feta cheese, protein powder, almond milk, eggs, baking powder, and salt. The Glycemic Index (GI) of these ingredients is low, making it suitable for PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of spinach (30g)
  • 1/2 cup of feta cheese (75g)
  • 1 cup of protein powder (120g)
  • 1/2 cup of almond milk (120ml)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder (2.5g), pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Blend spinach and almond milk until smooth.
  2. Add eggs, protein powder, baking powder, and salt to the blender and mix until well combined.
  3. Preheat your waffle iron and grease it lightly.
  4. Pour the batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden brown.
  5. Sprinkle feta cheese on top of the waffles before serving.
These protein waffles are packed with spinach and feta cheese, providing a high-protein, low-GI breakfast that's perfect for those with PCOS. The spinach provides a good source of magnesium and B vitamins, which are important for insulin regulation. The protein powder and eggs provide a good source of protein, which can help to control blood sugar levels and keep you feeling full. The feta cheese adds a delicious savory flavor and provides calcium, which is important for bone health. This recipe is quick and easy to make, providing a healthy and delicious start to your day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Protein Waffles - Savory Spinach and Feta Protein Waffles recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 20g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 20g protein (23%), 25g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 3g 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 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Breakfast. 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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