Garlic Dill Meatballs - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 0.12 tsp black pepper, to taste
- 2 sprigs dill (2 tbsp fresh, 3 tbsp dried)
- 1/2 tsp salt, to taste
- 2 tbsps canola oil
- 1 lb chicken, ground
- 4 oz pork rinds, ground or crushed (1/2 cup)
- 1/2 lb pork, ground
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375° F (200° C).
- Combine the chicken, pork, onion, pork rinds, egg, garlic, dill, salt and pepper in a bowl and mix well.
- Divide the mixture into twelve 2-inch meatballs.
- Heat the oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Brown the meatballs, turning them about 6 minutes. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake the meatballs, covered for 15 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
- You can double or triple the recipe as needed. Makes about 12 meatballs.
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 Garlic Dill Meatballs contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often 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 Garlic Dill Meatballs 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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