Leek Frittata - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Leek Frittata is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Appropriate for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner, this baked egg dish is permeated with cured guanciale pork and mellow leeks. Recipe courtesy of Nick Anderer, executive chef at Maialino in New York City.

Ingredients

6 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 lb. guanciale* (or pancetta)
2 large leeks (white part only)
2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
12 large eggs
1 c. milk
1/2 c. grated Pecorino cheese
1/2 c. grated Grana Padano (or Parmigiano-Reggiano)
Freshly ground pepper

Instructions

In a 10-inch ovenproof, nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté guanciale until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add leeks and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add thyme. Transfer to a plate; set aside.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Return skillet to medium-low heat. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and cheeses; season with salt and pepper; and stir in reserved leek mixture. Pour into pan and cook until frittata sets around edges, about 5 minutes. Transfer pan to oven and cook for 15 minutes more.

You Have a Recipe. But Do You Have a Full Week?

One great recipe is a start. A complete PCOS meal plan is a system. Here is how to go from one meal to a full week of eating that supports your hormones.

Take the 60-Second Quiz Tell us your PCOS type, preferences, and goals

Get Your 7-Day Meal Plan Personalized meals, grocery list, and prep schedule

Stop Guessing Every Day Know exactly what to eat, with recipes like this one built in

Build My Meal Plan

Free. Personalized. No signup required to start.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leek Frittata good for PCOS?

Yes, this Leek Frittata 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 8 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.

Comments

Cook Another PCOS-Friendly Lunch

Each recipe you add to your rotation makes PCOS management easier. Variety keeps you from getting bored and quitting.

PCOS Friendly Garlic Butter Naan Bread PCOS Friendly Piadina Romagnola Recipe PCOS-Friendly Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread) PCOS-Friendly Pão Alentejano (Portuguese Country Bread) PCOS-Friendly Parotta (Indian Layered Flatbread) PCOS-Friendly Pan de Bono (Colombian Cheese Bread)

Browse All Lunch Recipes