PCOS Friendly Veggie Chips - Baked Kale Chips with Nutritional Yeast - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 25 min

Servings: 2

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This PCOS Friendly Veggie Chips - Baked Kale Chips with Nutritional Yeast is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 150 calories, 6g protein, and 15g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

150 Calories

6g Protein

15g Carbs

7g Fat

This recipe includes kale, olive oil, nutritional yeast, and salt. Kale has a low GI, making it a great choice for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

1 bunch of kale (about 6 oz/170g)
1 tbsp olive oil (15ml)
2 tbsp nutritional yeast (30g)
1/4 tsp salt (1.5g)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
Wash and thoroughly dry the kale, then remove the stems and tear the leaves into chip-sized pieces.
Toss the kale in olive oil, ensuring each piece is lightly coated.
Sprinkle the nutritional yeast and salt over the kale and toss again.
Spread the kale out on a baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake for 10 minutes, then rotate the pan and bake for another 15 minutes.
Let the chips cool on the baking sheet for 3 minutes before eating.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Kale is a great source of fiber, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. Nutritional yeast provides a good dose of B vitamins, which are essential for energy production and can help manage symptoms of PCOS such as fatigue and mood swings. The olive oil in this recipe provides healthy monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce inflammation and improve insulin resistance. Enjoy this snack as part of a balanced diet to help manage your PCOS symptoms.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Kale.

Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg maturation and follicle development in the ovaries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Friendly Veggie Chips - Baked Kale Chips with Nutritional Yeast good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Veggie Chips - Baked Kale Chips with Nutritional Yeast recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 150 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 Friendly Veggie Chips - Baked Kale Chips with Nutritional Yeast?

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 25 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 150 calories, 6g protein (16%), 15g carbs, 7g 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 150 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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