Pumpkin Chili - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
- 1/2 large yellow pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 14 1/2 oz diced tomatoes
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 dash salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, reduced fat
- 1 tbsp sour cream, reduced fat
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 cups great northern beans
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and sauté the onion, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and garlic until tender.
- Stir in the turkey, and cook until evenly brown. Drain, and mix in tomatoes and pumpkin. Season with chili powder, pepper, and salt.
- Add great northern beans, drained to mixture. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
- Serve topped with cheddar cheese and sour cream.
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 Pumpkin Chili contribute to your health goals:
- Turkey: B vitamins play a role in energy metabolism and hormone regulation
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress 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 anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. 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 Pumpkin Chili 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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