PCOS Hormone Support Smoothie - Maca and Cacao Smoothie with Spinach - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 5 min

Servings: 2

Breakfast

This PCOS Hormone Support Smoothie - Maca and Cacao Smoothie with Spinach is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 280 calories, 15g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 5 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

280 Calories

15g Protein

30g Carbs

10g Fat

Grocery list: banana, spinach, maca powder, cacao powder, almond milk, chia seeds. This smoothie has a low GI due to the high fiber content from the spinach and chia seeds.

Ingredients

1 banana (118g)
1 cup spinach (30g)
1 tablespoon maca powder (5g)
1 tablespoon cacao powder (5g)
1 cup almond milk (240g)
1 tablespoon chia seeds (12g)

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a blender.
Blend until smooth.
Pour into glasses and serve.

This PCOS Hormone Support Smoothie is a perfect breakfast option for those with PCOS. The maca powder is known to help balance hormones, while the cacao provides a rich source of magnesium, which can help reduce symptoms of PCOS. The spinach and chia seeds provide a good source of fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. This smoothie is not only delicious, but also empowering, providing the nutrients needed to help manage PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Hormone Support Smoothie - Maca and Cacao Smoothie with Spinach good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Hormone Support Smoothie - Maca and Cacao Smoothie with Spinach recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 280 calories per serving with 15g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 10g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Hormone Support Smoothie - Maca and Cacao Smoothie with Spinach?

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

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 280 calories, 15g protein (21%), 30g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 10g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Breakfast with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Breakfast. At 280 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Breakfast. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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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