Scallops with Beans - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 16 oz sea scallops
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
- 2 tbsps basil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 6 oz spinach
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 cups white cannellini beans
Instructions
- Dry scallops in paper towels. Salt.
- Brown scallops in olive oil, and cook for 2 minutes each side. Remove and set aside.
- Brown onions, for 2 minutes.
- Add garlic and crushed red pepper and white wine, cook for 1 minute.
- Add broth and beans (drained if canned), cook for 2 minutes. Stir in spinach (or arugula) till wilted.
- Remove from heat. Stir in basil. Serve and enjoy.
- Note: based on recipe from Cooking Light.
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 Scallops with Beans contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Spinach: Magnesium may help improve insulin sensitivity in women with PCOS
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- 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 protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. 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 Scallops with 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.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Basil.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being. Basil is an excellent st...
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