Blood Sugar Balance: Turnip Greens and Protein Bowl - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This Blood Sugar Balance: Turnip Greens and Protein Bowl is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 30g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

30g Protein

20g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: Turnip greens, chicken breast, quinoa, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. This recipe has a low GI due to the inclusion of quinoa and turnip greens.

Ingredients

2 cups of turnip greens
1 chicken breast (150g)
1 cup of quinoa
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 clove of garlic, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook quinoa as per package instructions.
Season chicken breast with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
Heat olive oil in a pan and cook chicken until done.
Steam turnip greens until tender.
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and serve.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is designed to balance blood sugar levels with a mix of protein, healthy fats, and low GI carbs. The turnip greens provide a good source of calcium and vitamin A, while quinoa is a great source of fiber and iron. Chicken adds lean protein to the mix. Together, these ingredients can help manage PCOS symptoms and promote overall health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blood Sugar Balance: Turnip Greens and Protein Bowl good for PCOS?

Yes, this Blood Sugar Balance: Turnip Greens and Protein Bowl recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 30g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Blood Sugar Balance: Turnip Greens and Protein Bowl?

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 30g protein (34%), 20g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 5g 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 350 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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