Blood Sugar Stable: Escarole and Bean Soup for PCOS - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 25 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This Blood Sugar Stable: Escarole and Bean Soup for PCOS is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 12g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (8g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories

12g Protein

30g Carbs

7g Fat

Grocery list: Olive oil, onion, garlic, escarole, vegetable broth, cannellini beans, salt, and pepper. This soup has a low GI due to the beans and escarole.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
1 onion chopped
2 cloves garlic minced
1 head escarole chopped
4 cups vegetable broth (950ml)
1 can cannellini beans (15oz/425g), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cook until softened.
Add the escarole and cook until wilted.
Add the vegetable broth and beans, bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

This escarole and bean soup is a great meal for those with PCOS. The low GI ingredients help stabilize blood sugar, which is crucial for managing PCOS. The beans provide a good source of protein and fiber, while the escarole is rich in vitamins A and C. This recipe is also vegan and follows the Mediterranean diet, which is known to be beneficial for PCOS management.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blood Sugar Stable: Escarole and Bean Soup for PCOS good for PCOS?

Yes, this Blood Sugar Stable: Escarole and Bean Soup for PCOS recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 12g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 8g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Blood Sugar Stable: Escarole and Bean Soup for PCOS?

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 25 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 250 calories, 12g protein (19%), 30g carbs, 7g fat. Plus 8g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. 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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