Dinner: Zinc-Rich Lentil and Vegetable Crockpot Stew for PCOS

This Zinc-Rich Lentil and Vegetable Crockpot Stew is an excellent meal for women with PCOS. Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, which help in maintaining stable blood sugar levels. Sweet potatoes and kale provide essential vitamin

This protein-heavy and zinc-rich lentil and vegetable crockpot stew is perfect for a healthy and nutritious dinner, providing essential nutrients to support PCOS management and overall well-being.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 480 mins

Total Time: 495 mins

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Health benefits of Zinc-Rich Lentil and Vegetable Crockpot Stew for PCOS

Ingredients

1 cup dried green lentils, rinsed
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 cup chopped kale
1 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup diced celery
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
4 cups vegetable broth
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Add the olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, and ground turmeric to the crockpot.
2. Add the rinsed lentils, diced sweet potato, chopped kale, diced tomatoes, diced carrots, and diced celery to the crockpot.
3. Pour in the vegetable broth and stir to combine.
4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Before serving, toast the pumpkin seeds in a small skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
7. Ladle the stew into bowls and sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds.
8. Serve hot and enjoy.