Meatballs - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 tbsps olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef, lean
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsps parsley
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsps worcestershire sauce
- 1 dash salt
- 1 dash black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the broiler.
- Drizzle olive oil on a baking sheet until the sheet is completely coated.
- Combine the meat, minced garlic, parsley (or 1 tablespoon of Italian seasonings instead), eggs, cheese, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Use your hands to mix all the ingredients together.
- Form the meat mixture into small round balls - about an inch in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on the oiled baking sheet.
- Broil for about 5 minutes. Turning as necessary to cook all sides.
- Note: these taste great served with my sugar free tomato sauce recipe served over zucchini "noodles".
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 Meatballs contribute to your health goals:
- Beef: Zinc supports hormone production and immune function
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
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 protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. 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 Meatballs 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.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Eggs.
Eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. They are particularly high in choline, which is important for brain health. Eggs also contain antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, which are beneficial for eye health. Including eggs in your diet can help provide essential nutrients without significantly raising blood sugar levels, making them a suitable option for managing PCOS symptoms.
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