PCOS-Friendly Green Protein Smoothie - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 5 min

Servings: 2

Breakfast

This PCOS-Friendly Green Protein Smoothie is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 300 calories, 20g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 5 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

300 Calories

20g Protein

30g Carbs

10g Fat

This smoothie is packed with low GI ingredients like spinach, avocado, and chia seeds. Grocery list: spinach, avocado, protein powder, chia seeds, unsweetened almond milk, banana.

Ingredients

1 cup of spinach (30g)
1/2 avocado (100g)
1 scoop of protein powder (30g)
1 tablespoon of chia seeds (15g)
1 cup of unsweetened almond milk (240ml)
1/2 banana (60g)

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a blender.
Blend until smooth.
Pour into a glass and enjoy.

This green protein smoothie is a perfect breakfast for those with PCOS. It's packed with protein and healthy fats to keep you full and satisfied. The low GI ingredients help regulate blood sugar levels. Spinach and chia seeds provide magnesium, which is important for insulin resistance. Avocado provides healthy monounsaturated fats, which can help with weight management. The protein powder adds a protein boost to keep you satiated.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS-Friendly Green Protein Smoothie good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS-Friendly Green Protein Smoothie recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 300 calories per serving with 20g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 10g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS-Friendly Green Protein Smoothie?

This recipe takes about 5 minutes total. Prep time is 5 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 300 calories, 20g protein (27%), 30g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 10g 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 300 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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