PCOS Friendly Buddha Bowl - Mediterranean Quinoa Buddha Bowl - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
450
Calories
18g
Protein
50g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Grocery list: quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, olives, hummus, feta cheese, olive oil, salt, pepper. This recipe features low GI ingredients such as quinoa (GI 53) and chickpeas in hummus (GI 28), which are beneficial for PCOS.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups water (470ml)
- 1 cup chopped cucumber (150g)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (150g)
- 1/2 cup sliced olives (75g)
- 1/2 cup hummus (120g)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (75g)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a pot, bring water to a boil.
- Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
- While quinoa is cooking, chop the cucumber, tomatoes, and olives.
- Once quinoa is done, fluff it with a fork and let it cool.
- In a bowl, mix quinoa, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, hummus, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle with olive oil, add salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
This PCOS-friendly Buddha Bowl is a perfect blend of nutrition and taste, designed to help manage PCOS symptoms. Quinoa is a great source of protein and fiber, which helps in blood sugar regulation, a key aspect of PCOS management. The monounsaturated fats in olive oil and olives can help reduce inflammation and insulin resistance. The calcium in feta cheese is important for bone health, especially for women with PCOS who may be at risk of osteoporosis. This recipe is quick, easy, and customizable, offering a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa.
Quinoa is a highly nutritious grain that is particularly beneficial for individuals with PCOS. This gluten-free grain is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. This makes quinoa an excellent choice for those looking to maintain muscle mass and support overall body functions. But what makes quinoa stand out for PCOS management? One of the key benefits of quinoa is its high magnesium content. Magnesium plays a vital role in regulating...
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