Metabolic Support: Collard Green Wraps for PCOS - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
250
Calories
15g
Protein
20g
Carbs
10g
Fat
This recipe includes a grocery list of collard green leaves, quinoa, bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, hummus, olive oil, and seasonings. The Glycemic Index (GI) for quinoa is low, making it an excellent choice for PCOS.
Ingredients
- 4 large collard green leaves (US: 4, Metric: 4)
- 1 cup quinoa (US: 1 cup, Metric: 185g)
- 1 bell pepper (US: 1, Metric: 1)
- 1 cucumber (US: 1, Metric: 1)
- 1 carrot (US: 1, Metric: 1)
- 2 tablespoons hummus (US: 2 tbsp, Metric: 30g)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (US: 1 tbsp, Metric: 15ml), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
- While quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables: slice bell pepper, cucumber, and carrot into thin strips.
- Rinse the collard green leaves and pat dry.
- Spread a layer of hummus on each leaf.
- Once quinoa is cooked, let it cool and then distribute evenly among the leaves.
- Add the sliced vegetables, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
- Roll up the leaves, tucking in the sides as you go.
- Enjoy immediately or store in the fridge for later.
These Collard Green Wraps are a fantastic meal for those with PCOS. They are packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS, such as fiber from the vegetables and quinoa, which helps regulate blood sugar levels. The monounsaturated fats from the olive oil and hummus can help reduce inflammation. This recipe is also high in iron and B vitamins, which are essential for energy production and overall health.
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