Succulent Slow Cooked Lamb - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Lamb is contains iron, zinc, and B12 which support energy levels. Olive oil is a key Mediterranean diet ingredient rich in polyphenols. Garlic is supports cardiovascular health and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Healthy fats support hormone production and help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins essential for reproductive health. Anti-inflammatory foods are especially important for PCOS, as chronic low-grade inflammation is a key driver of symptoms.
This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 lb. Leg of Lamb
- 1/4 Cup Olive Oil
- 2 Tbsp. Whole Grain Mustard
- 1 Tbsp. Maple Syrup (Recipe Here)
- 4 Sprigs Thyme
- 6-7 Leaves of Mint
- 3/4 tsp. Dried Rosemary
- 3/4 tsp. Garlic
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Put the leg of lamb in the slow cooker and cut 3 large slits along the top of the lamb. Make sure the slits are at least 1 1/2 inches deep.
- Rub the lamb with 2 Tbsp. Whole Grain Mustard, 1 Tbsp. Maple Syrup, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Using your fingers, insert the 1/4 tsp. Garlic and 1/4 tsp. Dried Rosemary in to each slit.
- Cook the lamb for 7 hours in the slow cooker, on LOW heat. Once the lamb is cooked down and all of the juices are surrounding it, add 4 Sprigs of Thyme and 6-7 Leaves of Mint. Cook for an additional 1 hour with the herbs in the juices.
- Remove lamb from slow cooker and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice and serve!
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 Succulent Slow Cooked Lamb contribute to your health goals:
- Lamb: Provides conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) which may help with body composition
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
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 Succulent Slow Cooked Lamb 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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