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Lunch: Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Eggplant and Chickpea Stew

This easy-to-make stew is perfect for meal prep and is packed with PCOS-friendly ingredients. Grocery list: eggplant, chickpeas, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. The main ingredients have a low to medium GI, making it suitable for those with PCOS.

This Eggplant and Chickpea Stew is a perfect PCOS-friendly lunch option. It's rich in fiber and protein, which helps in controlling blood sugar levels. The eggplant and chickpeas are low-GI foods, making them ideal for those with PCOS. The olive oil provides healthy fats, and the tomatoes are a great source of antioxidants. This recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep, giving you control over your diet and helping to manage your PCOS symptoms.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Total Time: 40 mins

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Health benefits of Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Eggplant and Chickpea Stew

Ingredients

1 large eggplant (aubergine), 1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed), 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp paprika, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pan. 2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until soft. 3. Add the diced eggplant, cook until it begins to soften. 4. Add the chickpeas, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. 5. Simmer for 20-30 minutes until the flavors meld together. 6. Serve hot.

Easy Meal Prep PCOS Lunch - Eggplant and Chickpea Stew

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2

Amount Per ONE Serving
Calories 350 kcal
Fat 10 g
Carbohydrate 45 g
Protein 15 g
Omega 3 0.50 g
Chromium 30.00 mg
Zinc 3.00 mg
Magnesium 80.00 mg
B Vitamins 2.00 mg
Iron 4 mg
Calcium 100 mg
Monounsaturated Fat 7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Sodium 500 mg
Sugar 10 g
Potassium 800 mg
Vitamin A 1000 mcg
Vitamin C 30 mg
Fiber 15 g

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