PCOS Instant Pot Yogurt - Homemade Instant Pot Greek Yogurt
PCOS-Friendly Breakfast

PCOS Instant Pot Yogurt - Homemade Instant Pot Greek Yogurt - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Healthy homemade Greek yogurt made in an Instant Pot.

485 minutes
2 servings
150 cal / serving

This PCOS Instant Pot Yogurt - Homemade Instant Pot Greek Yogurt is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 150 calories, 13g protein, and 11g carbs per serving. Ready in 485 minutes.

Nutrition per Serving

150 Calories
13g Protein
11g Carbs
4g Fat
This recipe requires only two ingredients: whole milk and plain yogurt with active cultures. The Glycemic Index (GI) for these ingredients is low, making it a great choice for those with PCOS. Grocery list: whole milk, plain yogurt.
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Ingredients

Servings 2

Instructions

  1. Pour milk into the Instant Pot. Press the 'Yogurt' button and adjust to 'Boil'.

  2. Once the cycle is complete, let the milk cool to 110-115 degrees Fahrenheit.

  3. Whisk in the yogurt.

  4. Press the 'Yogurt' button again and set for 8-12 hours.

  5. Once the cycle is complete, strain the yogurt to desired thickness.

  6. Store in the refrigerator.

This homemade Greek yogurt recipe is a great source of protein, calcium, and probiotics, which are beneficial for those with PCOS. The low GI of the ingredients helps maintain blood sugar levels. Making your own yogurt allows you to control the ingredients and avoid added sugars or preservatives found in many store-bought yogurts.

Why this PCOS Instant Pot Yogurt - Homemade Instant Pot Greek Yogurt works for PCOS

At 11g of carbohydrates per serving, this PCOS Instant Pot Yogurt - Homemade Instant Pot Greek Yogurt is on the lower-carb end, which suits women with PCOS who have confirmed insulin resistance or who notice strong post-meal energy crashes. Pair lower-carb meals like this with a generous portion of non-starchy vegetables to keep fibre intake up.

Eating a substantial breakfast like this PCOS Instant Pot Yogurt - Homemade Instant Pot Greek Yogurt is one of the highest-leverage moves you can make for PCOS. In the Jakubowicz et al. 2013 trial published in Clinical Science, women with PCOS who front-loaded calories to breakfast reduced fasting insulin by 56% and increased ovulation rates 50%, with no change in total calories. Front-loading works because insulin sensitivity is highest in the morning and lowest at night.

At 150mg of sodium per serving, this PCOS Instant Pot Yogurt - Homemade Instant Pot Greek Yogurt fits comfortably within the 1500-2300mg daily target most cardiology and PCOS guidance agrees on. Lower-sodium meals are useful for women with PCOS who also experience bloating or who are managing blood pressure alongside metabolic concerns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Instant Pot Yogurt - Homemade Instant Pot Greek Yogurt recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 150 calories per serving with 13g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

This recipe takes about 485 minutes total. Prep time is 5 minutes and cook time is 480 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 150 calories, 13g protein (35%), 11g carbs, 4g fat. 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 Breakfast. At 150 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Breakfast. 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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