Thyroid Health: Kelp and Shiitake Soup for PCOS - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Thyroid Health: Kelp and Shiitake Soup for PCOS
Prep: 30 min
Cook: 40 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This Thyroid Health: Kelp and Shiitake Soup for PCOS is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 150 calories, 10g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 70 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

150 Calories
10g Protein
20g Carbs
5g Fat
Grocery list: dried kelp, dried shiitake mushrooms, soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions. This soup has a low Glycemic Index (GI) which is beneficial for PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried kelp (30g)
  • 1 cup dried shiitake mushrooms (30g)
  • 4 cups water (950ml)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (15ml)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (5ml)
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Soak kelp and shiitake mushrooms in water for 20 minutes.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  3. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onions.
  4. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
  5. Serve hot.
This kelp and shiitake soup is a powerhouse of nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Kelp is a great source of iodine, which supports thyroid health, while shiitake mushrooms are rich in vitamin D and B vitamins. The soup is also low in GI, making it ideal for managing blood sugar levels in PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Thyroid Health: Kelp and Shiitake Soup for PCOS recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 150 calories per serving with 10g 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 70 minutes total. Prep time is 30 minutes and cook time is 40 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 150 calories, 10g protein (27%), 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 Dinner. At 150 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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