Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 1672 calories, 216g protein, and 2g carbs per serving. Ready in 96 minutes.
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Garlic is supports cardiovascular health and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Baking and roasting are excellent cooking methods for PCOS-friendly meals as they require minimal added fat while developing deep flavors. 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 2 lb. Pork Tenderloins
- 10 Slices Bacon
- 2 Tbsp. Dijon Mustard
- 2 Tbsp. Torani Sugar Free Maple Syrup
- 1 Tbsp. Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp. Minced Garlic
- 1 tsp. Liquid Smoke
- 1 tsp. Dried Rosemary
- 1/4 tsp. Black Pepper
- 1/4 tsp. Cayenne
- 1/4 tsp. Dried Sage
Instructions
- Mix together 2 Tbsp. Dijon Mustard, 2 Tbsp. Torani Sugar Free Maple Syrup, 1 Tbsp. Soy Sauce, 1 tsp. Minced Garlic, 1 tsp. Liquid Smoke, 1 tsp. Dried Rosemary, 1/4 tsp. Black Pepper, 1/4 tsp. Cayenne, and 1/4 tsp. Dried Sage.
- Get your pork tenderloins out and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Add the pork tenderloins to a Ziploc bag.
- Pour your marinade into the Ziploc bag and spread the marinade onto the tenderloins. Make sure every inch of tenderloin gets some of the marinade. Put this in the fridge for 3-5 hours.
- Remove your pork tenderloins from the fridge once finished and preheat your oven to 350F.
- On a foiled baking sheet, wrap your tenderloins in bacon. For me, this was about 5 slices per tenderloin.
- Bake the tenderloins for 60 minutes, and then broil the bacon on the outside for 5-10 minutes. Be careful that the bacon doesn’t burn.
- Wrap the tenderloins in the foil on the baking sheet and let rest for 10-15 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 Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin contribute to your health goals:
- 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 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 Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin 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 Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 1672 calories per serving with 216g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
This recipe takes about 96 minutes total. Prep time is 36 minutes and cook time is 60 minutes. It makes 5 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 1672 calories, 216g protein (52%), 2g carbs, 80g fat. 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 1672 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 5 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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