Black Bean and Sweet Potato Nachos - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This Black Bean and Sweet Potato Nachos is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 18g protein, and 65g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (15g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

18g Protein

65g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: sweet potato, black beans, cheese, bell pepper, tomato, onion, Greek yogurt, salsa, guacamole, cilantro. Low GI ingredients: sweet potato, black beans.

Ingredients

1 large sweet potato (450g)
1 can black beans (15oz)
1 cup shredded cheese (100g)
1 diced bell pepper (150g)
1 diced tomato (150g)
1/2 diced onion (75g)
1/2 cup Greek yogurt (120g)
1/2 cup salsa (120g)
1/2 cup guacamole (120g)
1/2 cup chopped cilantro (20g)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
Slice sweet potato into thin rounds.
Arrange sweet potato rounds on a baking sheet.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Remove from oven and top with black beans, cheese, bell pepper, tomato, and onion.
Bake for another 10 minutes.
Serve with Greek yogurt, salsa, guacamole, and cilantro.

These Black Bean and Sweet Potato Nachos are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional nachos. They are packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS, such as fiber from the sweet potatoes and black beans, which helps regulate blood sugar levels, and calcium and vitamin D from the cheese, which are important for bone health. The Greek yogurt provides a good source of probiotics for gut health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Black Bean and Sweet Potato Nachos good for PCOS?

Yes, this Black Bean and Sweet Potato Nachos recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 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 Black Bean and Sweet Potato Nachos?

This recipe takes about 45 minutes total. Prep time is 15 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: 450 calories, 18g protein (16%), 65g carbs, 15g 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 450 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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