Metabolic Health: Sea Lettuce Soup for PCOS - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This Metabolic Health: Sea Lettuce Soup for PCOS is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 15g protein, and 20g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories

15g Protein

20g Carbs

10g Fat

This recipe includes sea lettuce, a low GI food, which is beneficial for managing PCOS. Grocery list: sea lettuce, vegetable broth, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Ingredients

1 cup of sea lettuce (US: 1 cup, Metric: 240 ml)
2 cups of vegetable broth (US: 2 cups, Metric: 480 ml)
1 onion (US: 1, Metric: 1)
2 cloves of garlic (US: 2, Metric: 2)
1 tablespoon of olive oil (US: 1 tbsp, Metric: 15 ml), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Rinse the sea lettuce and chop it finely.
Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
Add the onion and garlic and sauté until translucent.
Add the sea lettuce and sauté for another minute.
Add the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Cook for 20 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot.

This sea lettuce soup is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for managing PCOS. Sea lettuce is a low GI food, which helps regulate blood sugar levels. It is also rich in fiber, which aids in digestion and helps you feel full. The olive oil adds healthy monounsaturated fats. This recipe is a perfect blend of taste and health, providing you with a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Metabolic Health: Sea Lettuce Soup for PCOS good for PCOS?

Yes, this Metabolic Health: Sea Lettuce Soup for PCOS recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 15g 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 Metabolic Health: Sea Lettuce Soup 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: 250 calories, 15g protein (24%), 20g carbs, 10g 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 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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