Crock Pot Veggie Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 (14-ounce) cans no salt added diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium parsnip, diced
- 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3 cups chopped cabbage
- 1 teaspoon salt-free Spike seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 large sweet potato (about 10 ounces), peeled and diced
Instructions
- Stir together all the ingredients in a crock pot.
- Set the crock pot on high setting for 4-6 hours.
- Stir well before serving and lightly mash the parsnips and sweet potatoes to thicken the soup slightly.
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 Crock Pot Veggie Soup contribute to your health goals:
- Sweet potato: Has a lower glycemic index than regular potatoes, supporting blood sugar control
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress elevated in PCOS
- Bell pepper: Vitamin C supports adrenal function and may help manage cortisol levels in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
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 anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. 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 Crock Pot Veggie Soup 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: Carrot.
Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants. Beta-carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A, is essential for maintaining healthy skin and vision. The high fiber content in carrots helps regulate blood sugar levels and supports digestive health. Additionally, the antioxidants in carrots can help reduce inflammation, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms.
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