Spinach and Beef Enchiladas - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Spinach and Beef Enchiladas is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
- 1 box (9 oz) frozen spinach
- 1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, undrained
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic-pepper blend
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese blend (8 oz)
- 1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
- 1 package (11.5 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas (8 tortillas)
- 1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350 °F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown.
- Stir in spinach; cook, stirring frequently, until thawed. Stir in green chiles, cumin, garlic-pepper blend, sour cream and 1 cup of the cheese.
- Spread about 1 teaspoon enchilada sauce on each tortilla. Top each with about 1/2 cup beef mixture. Roll up tortillas; place seam sides down in baking dish. In small bowl, mix remaining enchilada sauce and the salsa; spoon over enchiladas. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.
- Spray sheet of foil with cooking spray; cover baking dish with foil. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Spinach and Beef Enchiladas recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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