PCOS Lentil Loaf - Vegan Lentil and Mushroom Loaf - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 60 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Lentil Loaf - Vegan Lentil and Mushroom Loaf is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 75 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

18g Protein

45g Carbs

10g Fat

Grocery list: green lentils, vegetable broth, onion, garlic, mushrooms, oats, walnuts, flaxseeds, soy sauce, thyme, oregano. Low GI ingredients: lentils, oats, walnuts.

Ingredients

1 cup green lentils (200g)
2 cups vegetable broth (500ml)
1 onion
2 cloves garlic
2 cups mushrooms (200g)
1 cup oats (100g)
1/2 cup walnuts (60g)
2 tbsp flaxseeds
6 tbsp water
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp oregano, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
Cook lentils in vegetable broth until soft.
Sauté onion, garlic, and mushrooms.
In a bowl, mix flaxseeds with water and let sit for 5 minutes.
Blend oats and walnuts into a coarse flour.
Mix all ingredients together and season.
Press mixture into a loaf pan.
Bake for 45 minutes.
Let cool before slicing.

This PCOS-friendly Lentil Loaf is a perfect dinner option. It's packed with protein from lentils and walnuts, and fiber from oats and mushrooms. These nutrients are essential for managing PCOS symptoms. Lentils and oats have a low Glycemic Index, which helps in maintaining blood sugar levels. Walnuts provide omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for hormonal balance. This recipe is easy to prepare and offers a variety of flavors, making your meal planning enjoyable and stress-free.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Lentil Loaf - Vegan Lentil and Mushroom Loaf good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Lentil Loaf - Vegan Lentil and Mushroom Loaf recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 18g 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 Lentil Loaf - Vegan Lentil and Mushroom Loaf?

This recipe takes about 75 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 60 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, 18g protein (21%), 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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