PCOS Bean Recipe - Three-Bean Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Servings: 2

Lunch

This PCOS Bean Recipe - Three-Bean Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 40g carbs per serving. Ready in 10 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

18g Protein

40g Carbs

12g Fat

This recipe includes green beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, red onion, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar. All ingredients have a low Glycemic Index (GI), making this salad a great choice for managing PCOS symptoms.

Ingredients

1 cup of green beans (150g)
1 cup of kidney beans (177g)
1 cup of chickpeas (164g)
1 medium red onion (150g)
2 tablespoons of olive oil (30ml)
2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar (30ml), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Rinse and drain the beans.
Chop the red onion.
In a large bowl, combine beans, onion, olive oil, and vinegar.
Season with salt and pepper.
Toss until well mixed.
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

This three-bean salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for managing PCOS. Beans are high in fiber and have a low GI, which helps regulate blood sugar levels. Olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, and apple cider vinegar can help improve insulin sensitivity. The salad is also high in iron, potassium, and vitamins A and C.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Bean Recipe - Three-Bean Salad good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Bean Recipe - Three-Bean Salad recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 18g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 15g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Bean Recipe - Three-Bean Salad?

This recipe takes about 10 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 18g protein (21%), 40g carbs, 12g fat. Plus 15g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for 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 2 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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