Swedish Steak - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Swedish Steak is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 207 calories, 27.11g protein, and 5.82g carbs per serving. Ready in 28 minutes. High in fiber (0.1g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup fat free sour cream
- 1 tsp dill weed
- 1 dash pepper
- 1 dash salt
- 1 cube beef bouillon
- 4 slices, medium onion
- 2 lbs top round steak
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp flour
Instructions
- Cut steak into serving size pieces. Dash with salt and pepper. Place in crockpot.
- Add dill, onion, bouillon, and 1.2 cups water. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Take meat out of crockpot and place in bowl (do not drain).
- Using the juices in crockpot, add sour cream and flour, mix well and add meat, cover for 10 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy.
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 Swedish Steak contribute to your health goals:
- Beef: Zinc supports hormone production and immune function
- 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 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 Swedish Steak 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Swedish Steak recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 207 calories per serving with 27.11g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 0.1g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 28 minutes total. Prep time is 18 minutes and cook time is 10 minutes. It makes 8 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 207 calories, 27.11g protein (52%), 5.82g carbs, 7.15g fat. Plus 0.1g 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 207 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 8 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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