PCOS Weight Loss Soup - Cabbage and Lentil Detox Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Weight Loss Soup - Cabbage and Lentil Detox Soup
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 45 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Weight Loss Soup - Cabbage and Lentil Detox Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 12g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 60 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories
12g Protein
45g Carbs
1.5g Fat
Grocery List: Green lentils, cabbage, onion, garlic, vegetable broth, olive oil, salt, and pepper. This recipe has a low GI due to the lentils and cabbage.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup green lentils (200g)
  • 1/2 head of cabbage (500g)
  • 1 large onion (150g)
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (1 liter)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30ml), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse lentils under cold water.
  2. Chop the cabbage, onion, and garlic.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  4. Add the onion and garlic, cook until soft.
  5. Add the cabbage and lentils to the pot, stir well.
  6. Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  8. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Serve hot.
This PCOS-friendly soup is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Lentils are a great source of protein and fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. Cabbage is rich in antioxidants and vitamin C. This recipe is easy to prepare and offers a comforting, satisfying meal that supports your health and wellbeing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Weight Loss Soup - Cabbage and Lentil Detox Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 12g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 15g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

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.

Per serving: 250 calories, 12g protein (19%), 45g carbs, 1.5g fat. Plus 15g 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.

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