Metabolic Support: Sea Vegetable Broth for PCOS

This Metabolic Support: Sea Vegetable Broth for PCOS is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 80 calories, 2g protein, and 15g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

80 Calories

2g Protein

15g Carbs

1g Fat

Grocery list: sea vegetables, miso paste, ginger, garlic, tamari sauce, olive oil, scallions. This low-GI recipe is packed with minerals and vitamins beneficial for PCOS.

Ingredients

Servings 2

2 cups of water (480 ml)
1 cup of mixed sea vegetables (30 g)
1 tbsp of miso paste (18 g)
1 tsp of grated ginger (2 g)
2 cloves of garlic (6 g)
1 tbsp of tamari sauce (18 ml)
1 tbsp of olive oil (15 ml)
1/2 cup of chopped scallions (50 g)

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
Add the sea vegetables, water, and tamari sauce. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
Stir in the miso paste until fully dissolved.
Serve hot, garnished with scallions.

This sea vegetable broth is a powerhouse of nutrients, particularly rich in iodine, calcium, and vitamin A, which are essential for hormonal balance in PCOS. The low-GI nature of the recipe helps maintain steady blood sugar levels. It's a quick, easy, and comforting meal that brings a sense of control and optimism to your PCOS journey.

Why this Metabolic Support: Sea Vegetable Broth for PCOS works for PCOS

At 15g of carbohydrates per serving, this Metabolic Support: Sea Vegetable Broth for PCOS is on the lower-carb end, which suits women with PCOS who have confirmed insulin resistance or who notice strong post-meal energy crashes. Pair lower-carb meals like this with a generous portion of non-starchy vegetables to keep fibre intake up.

Evening meals affect overnight insulin and morning blood sugar more than most women realise. Keeping dinner protein-forward and finishing eating at least 2-3 hours before bed gives your body time to clear glucose before the overnight fast, which improves morning fasting insulin readings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Metabolic Support: Sea Vegetable Broth for PCOS good for PCOS?

Yes, this Metabolic Support: Sea Vegetable Broth for PCOS recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 80 calories per serving with 2g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make Metabolic Support: Sea Vegetable Broth for PCOS?

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 80 calories, 2g protein (10%), 15g carbs, 1g fat. Plus 4g 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 80 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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