Open-Face Steak Quesadilla with Chimichurri Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 2

Lunch

This Open-Face Steak Quesadilla with Chimichurri Sauce is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

This recipe combines the flavors of garlic, cilantro and cumin into chimichurri, an authentic Argentinian sauce and marinade. Using the chimichurri as a sauce, this recipe is part pizza, part quesadilla. Leaving the quesadilla open-face allows the tortill

Ingredients

1/2 cup packed fresh parsley
1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro
3 cloves garlic
1 Tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup olive oil
2 (6-oz.) steak filets
1 Tablespoon butter
2 large corn or flour tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese

Instructions

First prepare the chimichurri sauce by pulsing the parsley, cilantro and garlic together in a food processor until finely chopped.
Add in the lime juice, red wine vinegar, cumin and salt. Pulse until well blended.
Drizzle in the olive oil while the motor is running.
Cover the prepared sauce with plastic wrap and store in the fridge until ready to use.
Melt 1 Tablespoon of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the filets and cook until desired temperature (Cooking time will be based on the thickness of the meat and your desired cooking temperature. I suggest medium/medium rare for this recipe).
Remove the steak and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing into thin pieces.
Assemble the open-face quesadilla by placing a large pan over medium-high heat. Place one tortilla in the pan and sprinkle with 3/4 cup cheese. Cover the pan and heat until cheese is melted, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Use a spatula to lift the quesadilla from the pan and onto a plate. Place sliced steak onto tortilla, drizzle with chimichurri sauce and garnish with cilantro. Repeat assembly for second serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Open-Face Steak Quesadilla with Chimichurri Sauce good for PCOS?

Yes, this Open-Face Steak Quesadilla with Chimichurri Sauce 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 2 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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