Let’s face it — when hormones are out of whack, we feel it everywhere: energy dips, mood swings, trouble sleeping, and that frustrating weight gain that won’t budge. But food is powerful. With just one bowl, you can start nudging your body back into balance.
It’s loaded with healing ingredients that nourish your hormones from the inside out.
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
For the Bowl:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for roasting)
- 3 cups spinach or kale, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa (about ½ cup uncooked)
- 6 oz grilled chicken breast or2 boiled eggs
- 1 small avocado, sliced
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds (raw or roasted)
For the Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 tablespoon water (to thin out as needed)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Roast Sweet Potatoes:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and optional cumin. Roast on a lined baking sheet for 25–30 minutes or until golden and soft.
- Cook Quinoa:
Rinse and cook quinoa according to package directions (1:2 ratio of quinoa to water).
- Sauté Greens:
In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add greens and cook until wilted. Season lightly with salt.
- Prep Protein:
Grill chicken breast until fully cooked (internal temp 165°F) or boil eggs to your preference (7–10 mins).
- Make Dressing:
Whisk tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, water, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble:
Divide quinoa between bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, greens, protein, avocado, pumpkin seeds, and drizzle with dressing.
Estimated Nutrition Per Serving (based on 3 servings):
- Calories:~475 kcal
- Protein:25–28g (with chicken) | ~15g (with eggs)
- Carbohydrates:38–42g
- Fiber:9–11g
- Fats:24–27g
- Magnesium, Vitamin C, Zinc, and B-vitamins: Abundant!
Note: Nutrition may vary slightly based on specific ingredients and portion sizes.
Why This Bowl Works for Hormones:
- Sweet Potatoes: Complex carbs + fiber = blood sugar support
- Leafy Greens: Assist with estrogen detox
- Quinoa: Plant-based protein + magnesium for mood + sleep
- Avocado & Pumpkin Seeds: Healthy fats + zinc for hormone production
- Chicken or Eggs: Protein that stabilizes cortisol and supports adrenal health
At functional medicine Studio City, we know that what you eat directly affects how you feel. This nutrient-rich bowl is part of our holistic approach to personalized healing.
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