PCOS Friendly Grain Bowl - Moroccan Spiced Chickpea and Vegetable Bowl - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup of quinoa (170g)
- 2 cups of water (470ml)
- 1 can of chickpeas (15oz)
- 1 cup of diced carrots (128g)
- 1 cup of diced bell peppers (149g)
- 1 cup of diced zucchini (124g)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil (30ml)
- 1 teaspoon of cumin (2g)
- 1 teaspoon of paprika (2g), Salt and pepper to taste, Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add carrots, bell peppers, and zucchini. Cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Drain and rinse chickpeas. Add to the pan with vegetables.
- Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve the vegetable and chickpea mixture over the cooked quinoa. Garnish with fresh parsley.
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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