Lemon Thyme Greek Frozen Yogurt - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Lemon Thyme Greek Frozen Yogurt is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 70 calories, 11g protein, and 6g carbs per serving. Ready in 13 minutes.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- ½ cup Splenda Granular
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 3 cups non-fat Greek style plain yogurt
Instructions
- Prepare an ice cream maker if using. If not using, omit this step.
- Combine Splenda Sugar Blend, water, thyme, lemon zest and lemon juice in a small sauce pan. Heat to a boil and then remove from heat to cool. Remove thyme sprig.
- Once the lemon mixture is cooled, whisk in to the Greek yogurt. Pour into the ice cream maker and churn until frozen and thick. Serve immediately and freeze leftovers in a plastic container.
- If not using an ice cream maker, whip mixture with an electric mixer or by hand with a whisk for 3 minutes. Add to a plastic container and freeze.
- MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Ensure all ingredients are gluten-free and this recipe can be gluten-free.
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 Lemon Thyme Greek Frozen Yogurt contribute to your health goals:
- Yogurt: Gut-friendly bacteria may help regulate the hormonal imbalances in PCOS
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. 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 Lemon Thyme Greek Frozen Yogurt 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: Lemon.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Lemon Thyme Greek Frozen Yogurt recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 70 calories per serving with 11g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
This recipe takes about 13 minutes total. Prep time is 8 minutes and cook time is 5 minutes. It makes 6 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 70 calories, 11g protein (63%), 6g carbs, 0g fat. 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 Lunch. At 70 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. 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 6 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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