Black Bean, Corn, and Spinach Enchiladas - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 clove garlic
- 1 can black beans
- 1 c. frozen corn
- 1/2 tsp. ground coriander
- 4 c. baby spinach
- 4 scallions
- kosher salt
- Pepper
- 1 c. cilantro
- 4 oz. pepper Jack cheese
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1/2 c. red enchilada sauce
Instructions
- Heat broiler. Heat the olive oil and garlic in a large skillet over medium heat until the garlic begins to sizzle, about 2 minutes.
- Add the black beans, corn, coriander, and 2 tablespoons water and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, about 3 minutes.
- Add the spinach, scallions, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, tossing occasionally, until the spinach begins to wilt, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and fold in the cilantro.
- Divide the filling and all but 1/3 cup of the cheese among the tortillas (about 1/3 cup filling each). Roll them up and place seam-side down in a large baking dish or individual dishes. Spoon the enchilada sauce over the top, sprinkle with the remaining cheese and broil until the cheese melts, 1 to 2 minutes.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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