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Almond Horchata - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Almond Horchata
Prep: 480 min
Cook: 10 min
Servings: 2
Snack

This Almond Horchata is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 150 calories, 3g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 490 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

150 Calories
3g Protein
20g Carbs
5g Fat
Grocery list: Almonds, Cinnamon Stick, Rice, Sweetener, Vanilla Extract. This recipe has a low Glycemic Index due to the use of almonds and cinnamon.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of Almonds (US) or 150 grams (Metric)
  • 1 Cinnamon Stick (US) or 15 grams (Metric)
  • 1 cup of Rice (US) or 200 grams (Metric)
  • 5 cups of Water (US) or 1.2 liters (Metric)
  • 1/2 cup of Sweetener (US) or 100 grams (Metric)
  • 1 tsp of Vanilla Extract (US) or 5 ml (Metric)

Instructions

  1. Soak the almonds, rice, and cinnamon stick in water overnight.
  2. Blend the mixture until smooth.
  3. Strain the mixture using a cheesecloth.
  4. Add sweetener and vanilla extract to the strained mixture.
  5. Chill before serving.
This Almond Horchata is a refreshing and healthy beverage, perfect for a PCOS-friendly diet. Almonds are a great source of monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce levels of 'bad' LDL cholesterol and increase 'good' HDL cholesterol. Cinnamon has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity, which is beneficial for those with PCOS. The low Glycemic Index of this recipe helps maintain stable blood sugar levels, providing a sense of control and empowerment over your health.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Almonds, Cinnamon.

Almonds are a nutrient-packed snack that offers numerous benefits for individuals managing PCOS. These nuts are rich in healthy fats, protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. But what makes almonds particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Almonds have a low glycemic index, which means they have a minimal impact on blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insulin resistance and prevent the spikes and c...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Almond Horchata recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 150 calories per serving with 3g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 490 minutes total. Prep time is 480 minutes and cook time is 10 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 150 calories, 3g protein (8%), 20g carbs, 5g fat. Plus 3g 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 Snack. At 150 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Snack. 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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