Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Dinner

This Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Sara Foster Serve this over a bed of steamed rice mixed with lots of fresh cilantro. It's also delicious over grilled chicken breasts or as an enchilada filling.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped
1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded, and chopped
2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced
2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
3 large garlic cloves, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder
1 to 2 teaspoons sea salt
1 to 2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 to 2 teaspoons dried basil
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 bay leaf
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (14-ounce) cans vegetable or chicken broth
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
Garnishes: chopped fresh cilantro, green onion slices

Instructions

Heat oil in a heavy large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat; add onion. Reduce heat to medium, and cook, stirring occasionally, about 10 to 15 minutes or until tender. Add bell peppers, jalapeño, and sweet potato; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, and cook about 1 minute. Add chili powder and next 7 ingredients; stir and cook 1 minute. Add tomatoes and broth. Simmer, uncovered, about 30 minutes. Stir in beans, and continue to cook 10 minutes. Remove bay leaf, and stir in lime juice. Garnish, if desired.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Basil.

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili good for PCOS?

Yes, this Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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