Green Beans with Lemon and Garlic - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 12

Lunch

This Green Beans with Lemon and Garlic is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

The beauty of this basic side dish is that you can cook the beans up to 2 days in advance. Immediately after draining, plunge beans into ice water to stop the cooking process, then store them in the refrigerator in a self-sealing plastic bag until ready t

Ingredients

2 1/2 lb. green beans
2 tbsp. olive oil
2 clove garlic
1 1/2 tsp. freshly grated lemon peel
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper

Instructions

In 12-inch skillet, heat 1 inch water and 1 teaspoon salt to boiling over high heat. Add green beans; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, 5 to 10 minutes, until beans are tender-crisp; drain. Wipe skillet dry.
In same skillet, heat oil and garlic 1 minute over medium heat. Add lemon peel, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, and cook 1 minute longer. Return beans to skillet and cook until beans are hot, about 5 minutes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Green Beans with Lemon and Garlic good for PCOS?

Yes, this Green Beans with Lemon and Garlic 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 12 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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