Pork Broccoli and Bean Stew - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Pork Broccoli and Bean Stew
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 60 min
Servings: 7
Dinner

Nutrition per Serving

375 Calories
41.81g Protein
39.49g Carbs
6.4g Fat
Healthy stew with good doses of protein, fiber and vitamins.

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

  1. Cook pork in pot until tender.
  2. Halfway through cooking the pork, add water, baked beans, pinto beans, and chick peas into a large pan. Cook on low.
  3. When pork is done, cut into small pieces and add to the pan. Add the remaining ingredients and set to medium-high.
  4. 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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