Nutty Green Beans and Asparagus with Bacon - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Nutty Green Beans and Asparagus with Bacon is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

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Ingredients

1 large lemon
1 lb. green beans, trimmed
2 lb. asparagus, trimmed
5 slices bacon, chopped
2 medium shallots, finely chopped
1/4 c. chopped pecans

Instructions

From lemon, grate all zest and squeeze 1 ⁄4 cup juice; set aside.
Heat large, covered pot of salted water to boiling on high. Add green beans; cook 1 minute. Add asparagus; cook until vegetables are tender, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain well.
Meanwhile, in 10" skillet, cook bacon on medium until crisp, about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. With slotted spoon, transfer bacon to small plate. Add shallots to rendered fat in skillet; cook 3 minutes, stirring. Whisk in reserved lemon juice and 1 ⁄2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
In pot used to cook vegetables, toss shallot mixture with vegetables; transfer to serving platter. Top with bacon, pecans, and remaining lemon zest.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Asparagus.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many wome...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nutty Green Beans and Asparagus with Bacon good for PCOS?

Yes, this Nutty Green Beans and Asparagus with Bacon recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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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