Chickpea Stew Scented with Lemon and Cumin Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Chickpea Stew Scented with Lemon and Cumin Recipe | MyRecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

The garbanzo beans provide plenty of protein for this meatless, one-dish meal. Polenta gives the dish a creamy base and balances the spicy sauce.

Ingredients

4 cups water
1 cup instant dry polenta
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained
2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup chopped green onions
3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Instructions

Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Gradually add polenta, stirring constantly with a whisk. Reduce heat, and simmer 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; stir in butter. Cover and set aside.
While polenta cooks, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté for 3 minutes. Add lemon juice, cumin, black pepper, chickpeas, and tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 6 minutes. Stir in the green onions. Serve stew over polenta. Top with sour cream.

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 Chickpea Stew Scented with Lemon and Cumin Recipe | MyRecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chickpea Stew Scented with Lemon and Cumin 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 6 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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