PCOS Hormone Balancing Snack - Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds and Pecans - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 5 min

Cook: 12 min

Servings: 2

Snack

This PCOS Hormone Balancing Snack - Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds and Pecans is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 200 calories, 6g protein, and 4g carbs per serving. Ready in 17 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

200 Calories

6g Protein

4g Carbs

18g Fat

Grocery list: raw pumpkin seeds, raw pecans, olive oil, sea salt. This recipe has a low GI due to the high fiber content in pumpkin seeds and pecans.

Ingredients

1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (US)
150g raw pumpkin seeds (Metric)
1 cup raw pecans (US)
150g raw pecans (Metric)
1 tablespoon olive oil (US)
15ml olive oil (Metric)
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (US)
2.5g sea salt (Metric)

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (180°C).
In a bowl, mix pumpkin seeds and pecans with olive oil and sea salt.
Place the mixture in the air fryer basket.
Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
Let cool before serving.

This PCOS-friendly snack is rich in healthy fats and proteins, which are essential for hormone regulation. The high fiber content helps to maintain a low GI, beneficial for insulin resistance often associated with PCOS. Pumpkin seeds are a good source of magnesium and zinc, nutrients that support hormone balance and insulin sensitivity. Pecans are rich in monounsaturated fats, promoting heart health and providing satiety. This snack is quick to prepare, offering a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Hormone Balancing Snack - Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds and Pecans good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Hormone Balancing Snack - Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds and Pecans recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 200 calories per serving with 6g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Hormone Balancing Snack - Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds and Pecans?

This recipe takes about 17 minutes total. Prep time is 5 minutes and cook time is 12 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 200 calories, 6g protein (12%), 4g carbs, 18g fat. Plus 3g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Snack with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. At 200 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Snack. 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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