PCOS Grain Bowl - Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Vegetables - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups water (500ml)
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 zucchini
- 1 red onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
- 1 teaspoon salt (5g)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (2.5g)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (75g)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (15g)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400F (200C).
- Chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces and toss them in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
- While the vegetables are roasting, rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Divide the cooked quinoa into two bowls, top with roasted vegetables, feta cheese, and fresh parsley.
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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