Rib-Eye Steaks with Garbanzo and Green Bean Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Dinner

This Rib-Eye Steaks with Garbanzo and Green Bean Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen Mesquite seasoning is a spice blend sold in the spice section of many supermarkets.

Ingredients

1 8-ounce package trimmed haricots verts or trimmed slender green beans, halved crosswise
2 15- to 16-ounce cans garbanzo beans, rinsed, drained
1/2 cup chopped red onion
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon mesquite seasoning
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 12-ounce rib-eye steaks

Instructions

Cook haricots verts in large nonstick skillet of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain. Transfer to large bowl. Add garbanzos and onion. Reserve skillet.
Whisk 3 tablespoons oil, vinegar, and lemon peel in small bowl to blend. Add dressing to bean mixture and toss to coat. Stir in cilantro. Season with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle mesquite seasoning and chili powder over both sides of steaks, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in reserved skillet over medium heat. Add steaks to skillet and cook to desired doneness, 5 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare.
Divide salad among 4 plates. Slice steaks crosswise; divide among plates.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rib-Eye Steaks with Garbanzo and Green Bean Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this Rib-Eye Steaks with Garbanzo and Green Bean Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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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