Vegetable Korma - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Vegetable Korma is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 332 calories, 11.03g protein, and 50.98g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tbsps red curry paste
- 1 3/4 cups coconut milk
- 2 tsps extra virgin olive oil
- 6 whole wheat pita pockets
- 1 dash pepper
- 1 dash salt
- 1 1/2 cups broccoli, chopped
- 1 large carrot
- 1 medium onion
- 1 medium green pepper
- 2 potatoes, peeled
- 1 medium red sweet pepper
- 1 large yellow sweet pepper
Instructions
- Chop onion into fine pieces.
- Cut all other vegetables into strips or bite sized chunks.
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan and cook onions on medium-high heat for about 5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Stir in red curry paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Add vegetables and coconut milk, cover saucepan then lower heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until vegetables reach desired tenderness.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately with pita pocket, either as a wrap or with pita pocket on the side.
- Note: add slivered almonds for more protein.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Vegetable Korma contribute to your health goals:
- Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Coconut: May support metabolism without spiking blood sugar
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
- Carrot: Provide antioxidants that support overall metabolic health
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis, and nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Vegetable Korma can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Vegetable Korma recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 332 calories per serving with 11.03g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 6 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 332 calories, 11.03g protein (13%), 50.98g carbs, 8.73g fat. Plus 7g 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 332 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 6 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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