Stir-Fry Veggies - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 teaspoons canola oil
- 1 (12-ounce) bag carrots and broccoli florets
- 1 cup stringless sugar snap peas
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes
- In a large nonstick skillet or wok, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the vegetables and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth mixture to the pan and bring to a simmer. Cook an additional 2 minutes. Sprinkle the stir-fry with sesame seeds and serve.
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 Stir-Fry Veggies contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
- Carrot: Provide antioxidants that support overall metabolic health
- Sesame: Provide calcium, iron, and zinc beneficial for 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. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), 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 Stir-Fry Veggies 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: Broccoli, Sesame Seeds.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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