Breakfast Quiche Muffins - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Breakfast Quiche Muffins is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 110 calories, 13.91g protein, and 7.01g carbs per serving. Ready in 52 minutes. High in fiber (2.1g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup egg beaters
- 1/2 cup reduced fat mild cheddar cheese
- 1 slice double fiber white bread
- 2 tbsp green onion
- 4 slices Canadian bacon
- 1/2 can asparagus
Instructions
- Spray large muffin tin with baking spray like Pam.
- Put 1/4 of the bread in each of the four cups.
- Divide the vegetables, cheese and Canadian bacon between cups.
- Pour eggs over the cup evenly until cups are full.
- Bake for 40 minutes at 350 °F (175 °C).
- These can be frozen and reheated. To reheat, microwave on 50% power for 45 seconds.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Breakfast Quiche Muffins contribute to your health goals:
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
- Asparagus: Supports gut health and provides anti-inflammatory nutrients
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin). As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Breakfast Quiche Muffins can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Asparagus.
Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many women of reproductive age. This nutrient-dense vegetable offers a myriad of health benefits that align perfectly with the dietary needs of those managing PCOS, making it an essential addition to their diet. Rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, asparagus is particularly high in folate, vitamins A, C, E, and K, and has significant levels of chromium—a trace mineral that enha...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Breakfast Quiche Muffins recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 110 calories per serving with 13.91g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2.1g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 52 minutes total. Prep time is 12 minutes and cook time is 40 minutes. It makes 4 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 110 calories, 13.91g protein (51%), 7.01g carbs, 3.83g fat. Plus 2.1g 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 Appetizer. At 110 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Appetizer. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 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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