Stewed Green Beans and Tomatoes Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Stewed Green Beans and Tomatoes Recipe | MyRecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

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Ingredients

2 cups diced fresh tomatoes (about 3 medium)
1 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 1/4 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Hot cooked long-grain rice
1/3 cup roasted salted peanuts, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

Whisk together first 6 ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Add green beans, and cook on LOW 7 hours, stirring once after 3 1/2 hours.
Stir in lime juice. Serve over rice, and top with chopped peanuts and, if desired, fresh cilantro.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stewed Green Beans and Tomatoes Recipe | MyRecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Stewed Green Beans and Tomatoes Recipe | MyRecipes 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 4 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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