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Blood Sugar Balanced Dinner Plate - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Blood Sugar Balanced Dinner Plate
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This Blood Sugar Balanced Dinner Plate is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 25g protein, and 35g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories
25g Protein
35g Carbs
20g Fat
Grocery list: quinoa, sweet potato, broccoli, chickpeas, olive oil, salt, pepper, turmeric, cinnamon. The main ingredients in this recipe have a low to medium Glycemic Index (GI), which is beneficial for managing PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa (170g)
  • 1 medium-sized sweet potato (130g)
  • 1 cup broccoli florets (150g)
  • 1 cup chickpeas (164g)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml), Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric (2g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (1g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Dice the sweet potato and toss it with the olive oil, salt, pepper, turmeric, and cinnamon.
  3. Spread the sweet potato on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
  4. While the sweet potato is roasting, cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
  5. Steam the broccoli until tender.
  6. Rinse and drain the chickpeas.
  7. Combine the cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potato, steamed broccoli, and chickpeas in a bowl.
  8. Serve warm.
This Blood Sugar Balanced Dinner Plate is a perfect meal for those with PCOS. The main ingredients, quinoa, sweet potato, broccoli, and chickpeas, are all low to medium on the Glycemic Index (GI), which helps regulate blood sugar levels. This is crucial for managing PCOS. Additionally, this meal is high in fiber and protein, which can help you feel full and satisfied. It's also packed with essential nutrients like calcium, iron, potassium, and vitamins A and C. The recipe is easy to prepare, empowering you to take control of your health and diet.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Quinoa, Broccoli.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Blood Sugar Balanced Dinner Plate recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 25g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 10g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 450 calories, 25g protein (22%), 35g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 10g 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 450 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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