PCOS Bean Recipe - Garbanzo Bean Stew - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Bean Recipe - Garbanzo Bean Stew is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 15g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (12g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

15g Protein

45g Carbs

10g Fat

This recipe includes garbanzo beans, onion, garlic, bell pepper, tomatoes, olive oil, and spices. The garbanzo beans are low GI, making this a great meal for managing PCOS.

Ingredients

1 can (15 oz/425 g) garbanzo beans
1 large onion
2 cloves garlic
1 bell pepper
2 tomatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Chop the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and tomatoes.
Heat the olive oil in a pot.
Add the onion and garlic and sauté until soft.
Add the bell pepper, tomatoes, cumin, and paprika and cook for 5 minutes.
Drain and rinse the garbanzo beans and add to the pot.
Season with salt and pepper.
Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

This garbanzo bean stew is a nutritious and delicious meal that is perfect for managing PCOS. The garbanzo beans are a great source of protein and fiber, and they have a low glycemic index, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The olive oil provides healthy fats, and the vegetables add a variety of vitamins and minerals. This meal is easy to prepare and can be personalized to your taste by adding different spices or vegetables.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Bean Recipe - Garbanzo Bean Stew good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Bean Recipe - Garbanzo Bean Stew recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 15g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 12g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Bean Recipe - Garbanzo Bean Stew?

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 30 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, 15g protein (17%), 45g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 12g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

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.

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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