Egg Drop Noodle Soup II - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Egg Drop Noodle Soup II is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 290 calories, 14.05g protein, and 31.3g carbs per serving. Ready in 5 minutes. High in fiber (0.9g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
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
- In a small saucepan, bring chicken broth, lettuce, mushrooms, and onions to a boil.
- Add the ramen noodles and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the egg substitute to the soup, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds.
- Remove from heat and stir in soy sauce and sesame oil.
- 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Egg Drop Noodle Soup II recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 290 calories per serving with 14.05g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 0.9g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 5 minutes total. Prep time is 2 minutes and cook time is 3 minutes.
Per serving: 290 calories, 14.05g protein (19%), 31.3g carbs, 12.12g fat. Plus 0.9g 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 Soup. At 290 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Soup. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. 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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