PCOS Friendly Zucchini Boats - Greek-Style Zucchini Boats with Lamb - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
450
Calories
30g
Protein
30g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Grocery list: 2 large zucchinis, 1/2 lb ground lamb, 1/2 cup diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup feta cheese, 1/4 cup diced onions, 1 clove garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, Salt and pepper. GI information: Zucchini (low GI), Tomatoes (low GI), Onions (low GI), Lamb (no GI), Feta Cheese (low GI).
Ingredients
- 2 large zucchinis (US: 2 large, Metric: 500g)
- 1/2 lb ground lamb (US: 1/2 lb, Metric: 225g)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (US: 1/2 cup, Metric: 120g)
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (US: 1/4 cup, Metric: 60g)
- 1/4 cup diced onions (US: 1/4 cup, Metric: 60g)
- 1 clove garlic (US: 1 clove, Metric: 3g)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (US: 1 tbsp, Metric: 15ml), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides.
- In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until soft.
- Add ground lamb to the pan and cook until browned.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
- Fill the zucchini boats with the lamb mixture.
- Top with feta cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until zucchini is tender and cheese is golden.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Zucchini is a low GI food that helps control blood sugar levels. Lamb is a great source of protein and iron. Tomatoes are packed with antioxidants, and feta cheese provides calcium. This meal is easy to prepare and offers a variety of flavors, making your meal planning enjoyable and stress-free. Regularly updating your meal plan with such nutrient-dense, low GI recipes can help manage PCOS symptoms and promote a sense of control and optimism.
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