PCOS Breakfast Parfait - Greek Yogurt and Cinnamon Apple Layers - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 10 min

Servings: 2

Breakfast

This PCOS Breakfast Parfait - Greek Yogurt and Cinnamon Apple Layers is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 15g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 20 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories

15g Protein

30g Carbs

8g Fat

Grocery list: Greek yogurt, medium apple, honey, cinnamon, granola, chia seeds. This recipe has a low GI due to the Greek yogurt and apples.

Ingredients

1 cup Greek yogurt
1 medium apple
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup granola
1 tablespoon chia seeds

Instructions

Dice the apple and sauté in a pan with the cinnamon until soft.
Layer the Greek yogurt, cinnamon apple, honey, granola, and chia seeds in a glass.
Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
Serve immediately or refrigerate overnight for a quick breakfast.

This PCOS-friendly breakfast parfait is packed with protein from the Greek yogurt, fiber from the apples and chia seeds, and healthy fats from the granola. These nutrients are essential for managing PCOS symptoms and maintaining a healthy weight. The low GI of this recipe helps to prevent spikes in blood sugar levels, which can lead to insulin resistance, a common issue in PCOS. Enjoy this delicious and nutritious breakfast to start your day off right!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Breakfast Parfait - Greek Yogurt and Cinnamon Apple Layers good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Breakfast Parfait - Greek Yogurt and Cinnamon Apple Layers recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 15g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Breakfast Parfait - Greek Yogurt and Cinnamon Apple Layers?

This recipe takes about 20 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 10 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 250 calories, 15g protein (24%), 30g carbs, 8g fat. Plus 5g 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 250 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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