Pepper Bacon Green Beans - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 lb pepper bacon
- 4 cups green beans, chopped
- 3/4 cup chopped red onion
Instructions
- In a hot skillet, add the chopped pepper bacon.
- Stir frequently, until nearly done / crisp, about 2 minutes prior to being done. Drain most of the grease off.
- Add the chopped red onion. Stir frequently until onions are turning clear.
- Then add the chopped green beans, stir in well and cover for about a minute or two, stir again, and repeat until they are "aldente" or bright green and still a bit of crunch left in them.
- Plate them up for a nice, tasty lunch, a great side or even for dinner!
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Pepper Bacon Green Beans contribute to your health goals:
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Pepper Bacon Green Beans can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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