PCOS Friendly Veggie Muffin - Zucchini Carrot Savory Muffins - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 25 min

Servings: 2

Snack

This PCOS Friendly Veggie Muffin - Zucchini Carrot Savory Muffins is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 150 calories, 6g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

150 Calories

6g Protein

20g Carbs

5g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of zucchini, carrot, eggs, almond flour, olive oil, baking powder, salt, and pepper. The main ingredients, zucchini and carrot, have a low Glycemic Index (GI), making them ideal for a PCOS diet.

Ingredients

1 cup of grated zucchini (120g)
1 cup of grated carrot (120g)
2 eggs
1/2 cup of almond flour (56g)
1/4 cup of olive oil (60ml)
1 tsp of baking powder
1/2 tsp of salt
1/2 tsp of black pepper

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350F (175C).
In a bowl, mix together the grated zucchini and carrot.
In another bowl, whisk the eggs and then add the olive oil.
Mix the dry ingredients (almond flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper) into the egg mixture.
Combine the veggie and egg mixtures.
Spoon the batter into a muffin tin.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

These savory muffins are packed with zucchini and carrot, both of which are low GI foods that help regulate blood sugar - crucial for managing PCOS. The muffins are also high in fiber and protein, which can help you feel full and satisfied. Plus, they're easy to make and perfect for meal planning. Enjoy the empowerment of taking control of your diet with these delicious, PCOS-friendly muffins.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Friendly Veggie Muffin - Zucchini Carrot Savory Muffins good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Veggie Muffin - Zucchini Carrot Savory Muffins recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 150 calories per serving with 6g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Friendly Veggie Muffin - Zucchini Carrot Savory Muffins?

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 25 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 150 calories, 6g protein (16%), 20g carbs, 5g fat. Plus 3g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Snack with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. At 150 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Snack. 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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