PCOS Hormone Helper - Air Fryer Roasted Pumpkin Seeds with Maca Powder - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 5 min

Cook: 10 min

Servings: 2

Snack

This PCOS Hormone Helper - Air Fryer Roasted Pumpkin Seeds with Maca Powder is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 200 calories, 9g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 15 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

200 Calories

9g Protein

10g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: Pumpkin seeds, maca powder, olive oil, salt. This recipe has a low GI due to the use of pumpkin seeds and maca powder, making it ideal for PCOS.

Ingredients

1 cup pumpkin seeds (US)
236.59 ml pumpkin seeds (Metric)
1 tbsp maca powder (US)
14.79 ml maca powder (Metric)
1 tsp olive oil (US)
4.93 ml olive oil (Metric), Salt to taste

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (176.67°C).
In a bowl, mix pumpkin seeds with olive oil, maca powder, and salt.
Place the mixture in the air fryer and roast for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Let it cool before serving.

This recipe is rich in omega-3 fats and zinc from pumpkin seeds, which are known to help balance hormones in PCOS. The maca powder is a natural adaptogen that supports the endocrine system. This snack is not only quick and easy to make but also offers emotional benefits such as empowerment and control over your diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Hormone Helper - Air Fryer Roasted Pumpkin Seeds with Maca Powder good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Hormone Helper - Air Fryer Roasted Pumpkin Seeds with Maca Powder recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 200 calories per serving with 9g 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 Hormone Helper - Air Fryer Roasted Pumpkin Seeds with Maca Powder?

This recipe takes about 15 minutes total. Prep time is 5 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: 200 calories, 9g protein (18%), 10g carbs, 15g 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 Snack with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. At 200 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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