PCOS Brussels Sprout Stir Fry - Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprout Stir Fry - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Brussels Sprout Stir Fry - Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprout Stir Fry
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Brussels Sprout Stir Fry - Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprout Stir Fry is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 8g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories
8g Protein
30g Carbs
10g Fat
This recipe includes Brussels sprouts, which are low in the Glycemic Index (GI), making it a great choice for those with PCOS. The grocery list includes: Brussels sprouts, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the Brussels sprouts and cook for about 10 minutes, until they start to brown.
  3. Mix the balsamic vinegar and honey in a bowl.
  4. Pour the mixture over the Brussels sprouts and stir to coat.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Cook for another 5 minutes, until the Brussels sprouts are caramelized and tender.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is rich in fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels, and low in GI. Brussels sprouts are also a good source of vitamin C and K, which are important for overall health. The monounsaturated fats from the olive oil can help reduce inflammation, a common issue in women with PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Brussels Sprout Stir Fry - Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprout Stir Fry recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 8g 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 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: 250 calories, 8g protein (13%), 30g carbs, 10g 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 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. 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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