Tangy Yams - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 fl oz orange juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cups cubed yam
Instructions
- Cut a large yam into 3/4" cubes.
- Cut onion into medium-size pieces.
- Mince garlic cloves.
- Heat olive oil in a large fry pan and add the minced garlic. Heat until pungent.
- Add chopped onions and cubed yams, and saute until tender.
- Season with garam masala to taste.
- Sprinkle with orange juice.
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 Tangy Yams contribute to your health goals:
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated 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 healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. 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 Tangy Yams 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.
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