Vegetarian Chili II - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Vegetarian Chili II
Prep: 16 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 4
Soup

Nutrition per Serving

237 Calories
19.73g Protein
19.94g Carbs
9.14g Fat
Great and easy chili that's full of protein and yummy even if you are not a vegetarian.

Ingredients

  • 3 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 oz fat free sour cream
  • 1 tbsp chili seasoning
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1/2 cup chopped purple onion
  • 10 oz petite tomatoes with jalapenos, diced
  • 1 cup water
  • 12 oz veggie crumble

Instructions

  1. Combine everything except the sour cream and cheese into a large pot.
  2. Simmer on low heat for approximately 20-30 minutes or until onions are tender.
  3. Stir occasionally and season with extra chili powder, oregano and basil if desired.
  4. Top with a sprinkle of cheese and spoonful of fat free sour cream.
  5. Serve with a side salad and enjoy!

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 Vegetarian Chili II contribute to your health goals:

  • Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
  • Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
  • Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress 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 protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. 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 Vegetarian Chili 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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