Egg Drop Noodle Soup II - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Egg Drop Noodle Soup II
Prep: 2 min
Cook: 3 min
Servings: 1
Soup

Nutrition per Serving

290 Calories
14.05g Protein
31.3g Carbs
12.12g Fat
A quick, satisfying bowl of egg drop soup that has no cholesterol.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 block plain ramen noodles
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsps egg substitute
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup lettuce, shredded
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/4 cup onion, sliced

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, bring chicken broth, lettuce, mushrooms, and onions to a boil.
  2. Add the ramen noodles and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add the egg substitute to the soup, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in soy sauce and sesame oil.
  5. Note: for a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

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 Egg Drop Noodle Soup II contribute to your health goals:

  • Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
  • Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
  • Mushroom: Vitamin D deficiency is common in PCOS and supplementation may improve symptoms
  • Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
  • 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). 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 Egg Drop Noodle Soup II 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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