Pork Broccoli and Bean Stew - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Pork Broccoli and Bean Stew is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 375 calories, 41.81g protein, and 39.49g carbs per serving. Ready in 70 minutes. High in fiber (8.7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 36 oz pork tenderloin
- 14 oz broccoli
- 14.5 oz tomatoes
- 4 cups water
- 16 oz vegetarian baked beans
- 1/3 cup pinto beans
- 16 oz chickpeas
Instructions
- Cook pork in pot until tender.
- Halfway through cooking the pork, add water, baked beans, pinto beans, and chick peas into a large pan. Cook on low.
- When pork is done, cut into small pieces and add to the pan. Add the remaining ingredients and set to medium-high.
- Cook for 30 minutes.
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 Pork Broccoli and Bean Stew contribute to your health goals:
- Chickpea: Their low glycemic index helps maintain steady blood sugar levels
- Broccoli: Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and chromium which aids blood sugar control
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress elevated in PCOS
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 nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. 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 Pork Broccoli and Bean Stew 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.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Pork Broccoli and Bean Stew recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 375 calories per serving with 41.81g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 8.7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 70 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 60 minutes. It makes 7 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 375 calories, 41.81g protein (45%), 39.49g carbs, 6.4g fat. Plus 8.7g 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 Dinner. At 375 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. 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 7 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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