Cuban Black Beans and Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Cuban Black Beans and Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1 c. long-grain rice
1 1/2 tsp. olive oil
1 1/4 c. chopped onions
2 cubanelle peppers (Italian frying peppers)
4 oz. ham (piece from deli)
1 tbsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. each ground cumin and dried oregano
2 can reduced-sodium black beans
1/2 c. water
2 tsp. red wine vinegar
1/2 c. Chopped cilantro
Garnish: lime wedges, diced red onion

Instructions

Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add rice and cook as package directs.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and peppers; cook, stirring until tender, about 7 minutes. Add ham; cook 2 minutes or until browned.
Add garlic, cumin and oregano; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Stir in beans and their liquid and water; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer for flavors to blend, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vinegar and cilantro.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cuban Black Beans and Rice good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cuban Black Beans and Rice recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. 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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