Spinach, Bacon & Onion Crustless Pan Quiche - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tbsps heavy whipping cream
- 4 slices beef bacon
- 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 1 tbsp salted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
Instructions
- Over medium heat, melt butter and add chopped onion and garlic. Cook until onions are slightly caramelized.
- In another pan, or in the oven, cook bacon until crispy. Once bacon is cooked and cooled, give them a rough chop.
- Once onions are caramelized, add spinach to the pan. Cook until slightly wilted then add chopped bacon to the pan. Add shredded cheese and stir to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream and salt and pepper to taste.
- Keep heat on medium and spread spinach mixture around the pan evenly.
- Pour egg and cream mixture over spinach and tilt pan to evenly distribute over the spinach. Do not stir.
- Cook until firm and no longer sticking to the edges of the pan. Carefully flip your quiche onto a plate and return to the pan to cook on the other side.
- Once no longer runny and firm, transfer to a plate and serve. Enjoy.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Spinach, Bacon & Onion Crustless Pan Quiche contribute to your health goals:
- Beef: Zinc supports hormone production and immune function
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Spinach: Magnesium may help improve insulin sensitivity in women with PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Spinach, Bacon & Onion Crustless Pan Quiche can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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