Spicy Vegetarian Chili II - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 cubes vegetable boullion
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 medium sweet onion
- 1 large yellow bell pepper
- 32 oz vegetarian refried beans
- 32 oz black beans
- 32 oz light red kidney beans
- 1 can corn
- 16 oz hot salsa
Instructions
- Chop pepper (remove seeds and membrane) and chop the 1/2 onion.
- Simmer in a big deep skillet with the 2 cups of water and 2 vegetable bouillon cubes.
- When onions are getting translucent, add all the beans and corn and a further cup of water. Cook on low heat for about half an hour.
- Move to a crockpot, add the hot salsa (like Old Dutch brand), stir to combine, turn crockpot to low.
- Season to taste with black pepper, seasoning salt and a few shakes of cinnamon is good.
- Continue to cook in crockpot for at least a couple more hours.
- Ready when you are!
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 Spicy Vegetarian Chili II contribute to your health goals:
- Black bean: Support blood sugar control and provide sustained energy
- Bell pepper: Vitamin C supports adrenal function and may help manage cortisol levels in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
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 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 Spicy Vegetarian Chili II 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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