PCOS Grain Bowl - Warm Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Bowl - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup of quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups of water (500ml)
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 zucchini
- 1 red onion
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil (30ml), Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (15ml)
- 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley (30g)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces and toss with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.
- While the vegetables are roasting, rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Fluff the quinoa with a fork and mix in the roasted vegetables, lemon juice, and parsley.
- Serve warm.
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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