Flageolet Beans with Rosemary and Thyme

This Flageolet Beans with Rosemary and Thyme is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Stephanie Spencer Make a big pot of this easy vegetarian dish for a hassle-free dinner or side. There's no need to soak the beans beforehand; they cook to a tender finish straight from the package. You can follow this method for other beans, bu

Ingredients

Servings 4

12 ounces dried flageolet beans
6 garlic cloves, peeled
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-in. slices on a diagonal
About 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup roughly chopped flat-leaf parsley, divided

Instructions

Put all ingredients including 2 tbsp. oil but not the sprigs or parsley in a 4- to 6-qt. slow-cooker. Add 5 cups boiling water and stir. Cover and cook until most of liquid is absorbed and beans are very tender, 2 1/4 to 3 hours on high or 4 to 4 1/2 hours on low.
Stir in 3 tbsp. parsley. Transfer to a serving dish and drizzle with more oil. Garnish with rosemary and thyme sprigs and remaining 1 tbsp. parsley.
Note: Nutritional analysis is per main-dish serving.

Why this Flageolet Beans with Rosemary and Thyme works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Flageolet Beans with Rosemary and Thyme that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flageolet Beans with Rosemary and Thyme good for PCOS?

Yes, this Flageolet Beans with Rosemary and Thyme 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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