PCOS is a common disorder that is often accompanied with other indications, such as irregular periods, infertility and more. And every one of ten women are diagnosed with PCOS worldwide. However, with medications and a good diet managing PCOS or Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is not difficult. This doesn’t mean you have to restrict yourself with your favorite dishes! In fact, there are PCOS-friendly recipes, from quinoa salad to berry smoothie bowl that will not only maintain hormonal balance but will also boost your overall health. Read below this article to find out some delicious treats that you can enjoy even if you’re suffering from PCOS.
Baked Sweet Potato Fries
With a low glycemic index, sweet potatoes are beneficial in stabilizing blood sugar levels. So if you love fries, baked sweet potato fries are a perfect alternative to it. You will need the following ingredients to prepare these delicious baked sweet potato fries.
- 2-3 sweet potatoes, cut into fries
- ½ tbsp paprika
- ½ tbsp garlic powder
- ¼ tbsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Here’s how you can prepare it easily at home.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Take a bowl and combine the fries, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper until the fries are properly coated.
- Arrange the fries on a baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes
- Serve hot either as a side dish or snack!
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
To prepare this tempting Mediterranean salad, you will need;
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- ½ cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup diced cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup juliened bell peppers
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ¼ cup sliced olives
- ¼ cup shredded feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- 1 freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Find out how you can make it below!
- Take a bowl and mix cooked quinoa, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, onions and olives.
- Combine the shredded cheese as well.
- In another bowl, whisk olive oil and lemon juice together.
- Now drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad.
- Season the salad with salt, pepper and fresh parsley.
- Toss gently and serve immediately!
Berry and Almond Smoothie
Here’s what you will need to prepare this tempting berry-almond smoothie.
- 1 cup berries, such as blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- ½ sliced banana
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp honey
Read below and follow the instructions carefully.
- In a blender, blend the mixed berries, almond milk, almond butter, chia seeds and banana into a fine and creamy smoothie.
- Drizzle with some honey to give some additional sweetness.
- Pour it into a glass and top it up with chia seeds and some slices of banana. Enjoy!
