Vegetarian Chili II - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Vegetarian Chili II is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 237 calories, 19.73g protein, and 19.94g carbs per serving. Ready in 46 minutes. High in fiber (5.1g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
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
- Combine everything except the sour cream and cheese into a large pot.
- Simmer on low heat for approximately 20-30 minutes or until onions are tender.
- Stir occasionally and season with extra chili powder, oregano and basil if desired.
- Top with a sprinkle of cheese and spoonful of fat free sour cream.
- 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Vegetarian Chili II recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 237 calories per serving with 19.73g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5.1g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 46 minutes total. Prep time is 16 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 4 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 237 calories, 19.73g protein (33%), 19.94g carbs, 9.14g fat. Plus 5.1g 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 237 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. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. 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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