PCOS Friendly Frittata - Spinach and Feta Frittata with Sweet Potato Crust - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 40 min

Servings: 2

Breakfast

This PCOS Friendly Frittata - Spinach and Feta Frittata with Sweet Potato Crust is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 22g carbs per serving. Ready in 55 minutes. High in fiber (4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

18g Protein

22g Carbs

20g Fat

Grocery list: 1 large sweet potato, fresh spinach, eggs, feta cheese, olive oil. The sweet potato provides a low GI carbohydrate source, while the eggs and feta offer high-quality protein.

Ingredients

1 large sweet potato (300g)
2 cups of spinach (60g)
4 eggs
1/2 cup of feta cheese (75g)
1 tablespoon of olive oil (15ml), salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel and thinly slice the sweet potato.
Grease a pie dish with olive oil and layer the sweet potato slices to form a crust.
Bake for 20 minutes.
While the crust is baking, sauté the spinach until wilted.
In a bowl, whisk the eggs and add the spinach and feta. Season with salt and pepper.
Pour the mixture over the baked sweet potato crust and bake for another 20 minutes or until the eggs are set.

This PCOS-friendly frittata is a great way to start your day. The sweet potato provides a low GI carbohydrate source, which is important for managing insulin levels in PCOS. The eggs and feta offer high-quality protein, which can help to keep you feeling full and satisfied. The spinach adds a boost of iron and fiber, and the feta provides calcium. This combination of nutrients can help to manage symptoms of PCOS and support overall health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Friendly Frittata - Spinach and Feta Frittata with Sweet Potato Crust good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Frittata - Spinach and Feta Frittata with Sweet Potato Crust recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 18g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Friendly Frittata - Spinach and Feta Frittata with Sweet Potato Crust?

This recipe takes about 55 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 40 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 18g protein (21%), 22g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 4g 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 350 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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