PCOS Friendly Protein Bowl - Deconstructed Sushi Protein Bowl - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Friendly Protein Bowl - Deconstructed Sushi Protein Bowl
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This PCOS Friendly Protein Bowl - Deconstructed Sushi Protein Bowl is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 30g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories
30g Protein
45g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes quinoa, edamame, cucumber, avocado, sesame seeds, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey. The quinoa and edamame are low GI foods, which are beneficial for PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of cooked quinoa (185g)
  • 1 cup of edamame beans (155g)
  • 1 cup of diced cucumber (150g)
  • 1 diced avocado (150g)
  • 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds (18g)
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce (30ml)
  • 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar (15ml)
  • 1 tablespoon of honey (21g)

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
  2. While quinoa is cooking, prepare the edamame beans, cucumber, and avocado.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey.
  4. Once quinoa is cooked, divide it into two bowls.
  5. Top each bowl with equal amounts of edamame, cucumber, and avocado.
  6. Drizzle the soy sauce mixture over each bowl.
  7. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
This PCOS-friendly protein bowl is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. The quinoa and edamame provide a good source of protein and fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The avocado provides healthy fats, which are important for hormone regulation. The cucumber adds a refreshing crunch and additional fiber. The soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey create a delicious dressing that brings all the flavors together. This meal is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a healthy lunch on busy days.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Protein Bowl - Deconstructed Sushi Protein Bowl recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 30g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 10g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 450 calories, 30g protein (27%), 45g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 10g 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 Lunch. At 450 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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