PMS Symptom-Relief Soup - Magnesium-Rich Pumpkin and Spinach Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This PMS Symptom-Relief Soup - Magnesium-Rich Pumpkin and Spinach Soup is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 8g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup of pumpkin (cubed)
- 2 cups of spinach (chopped)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 2 cups of vegetable broth, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic, cook until soft.
- Add the pumpkin, cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the vegetable broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, simmer until pumpkin is soft.
- Add the spinach, cook until wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this PMS Symptom-Relief Soup - Magnesium-Rich Pumpkin and Spinach Soup recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 8g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 45 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 250 calories, 8g protein (13%), 30g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 6g 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 Dinner. At 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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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