Dinner: PCOS Friendly Zucchini Boats - Greek-Style Zucchini Boats with Lamb

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).

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.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 25 mins

Total Time: 40 mins

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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

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. Cut the zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the insides. 3. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until soft. 4. Add ground lamb to the pan and cook until browned. 5. Stir in diced tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. 6. Fill the zucchini boats with the lamb mixture. 7. Top with feta cheese. 8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until zucchini is tender and cheese is golden.

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