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PCOS Bean Recipe - Chickpea Curry - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Bean Recipe - Chickpea Curry
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Bean Recipe - Chickpea Curry is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 50g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (12g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
18g Protein
50g Carbs
10g Fat
Grocery list: Chickpeas (low GI), Onion, Garlic, Curry Powder, Diced Tomatoes, Spinach, Olive Oil, Salt, Pepper. This recipe is rich in fiber and protein, with a low glycemic index.

Ingredients

  • 1 can of chickpeas (15 oz or 425g)
  • 1 onion (medium-sized)
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 tbsp of curry powder
  • 1 can of diced tomatoes (14.5 oz or 411g)
  • 1 cup of spinach (30g)
  • 2 tbsp of olive oil, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a pan.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until golden.
  3. Stir in the curry powder.
  4. Add the chickpeas and diced tomatoes, cook for 10 minutes.
  5. Add the spinach, cook until wilted.
  6. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve hot.
This Chickpea Curry is a great PCOS-friendly meal, rich in fiber and protein, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The chickpeas have a low glycemic index, making this a great option for those with PCOS. The recipe is also rich in iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C, nutrients important for overall health. Enjoy this easy and quick recipe that will not only satisfy your taste buds but also provide nutritional benefits.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Bean Recipe - Chickpea Curry 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 12g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 18g protein (21%), 50g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 12g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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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