PCOS Friendly Collard Burritos - Spicy Black Bean Collard Green Burritos - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 15 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Friendly Collard Burritos - Spicy Black Bean Collard Green Burritos is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 380 calories, 18g protein, and 52g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

380 Calories

18g Protein

52g Carbs

12g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of collard greens, black beans, brown rice, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. The Glycemic Index (GI) of the main ingredients is low, which is beneficial for managing PCOS.

Ingredients

1 bunch of collard greens (about 8 leaves)
1 cup of cooked black beans
1 cup of cooked brown rice
1 cup of diced tomatoes
1 diced avocado
1/2 cup of diced red onion
1 diced jalapeno
1/2 cup of chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon of cumin
1/2 teaspoon of chili powder, Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Blanch the collard greens in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transfer to a bowl of ice water.
In a bowl, combine the black beans, brown rice, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Lay a collard green leaf flat and place a scoop of the black bean mixture in the center. Fold in the sides and roll up the leaf to make a burrito. Repeat with the remaining leaves and filling.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS, such as fiber from the collard greens and black beans, monounsaturated fats from the avocado, and vitamins from the tomatoes and cilantro. The low GI of the main ingredients helps to regulate blood sugar levels, which is crucial for PCOS management. This recipe is also quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for personalized meal planning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Friendly Collard Burritos - Spicy Black Bean Collard Green Burritos good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Friendly Collard Burritos - Spicy Black Bean Collard Green Burritos recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 380 calories per serving with 18g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 15g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Friendly Collard Burritos - Spicy Black Bean Collard Green Burritos?

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 380 calories, 18g protein (19%), 52g carbs, 12g fat. Plus 15g 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 380 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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