Curried Lentils - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Curried Lentils is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 189 calories, 13.2g protein, and 32.12g carbs per serving. Ready in 24 minutes. High in fiber (7.4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups lentils
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup chopped broccoli
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup chopped red pepper
Instructions
- Sauté the onions in a small amount of the broth and the lemon juice.
- When the onions are translucent and fragrant, add the curry powder and lentils and sauté for another minute or so.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer until the vegetables are cooked.
- Adjust the amount of curry to taste.
- Serve over long grain rice.
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 Curried Lentils contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Lentil: Fiber helps slow glucose absorption, reducing insulin spikes
- Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
- 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 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 Curried Lentils 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, Lemon.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Curried Lentils recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 189 calories per serving with 13.2g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 7.4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 24 minutes total. Prep time is 14 minutes and cook time is 10 minutes. It makes 4 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 189 calories, 13.2g protein (28%), 32.12g carbs, 2.04g fat. Plus 7.4g 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 Dinner. At 189 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. 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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