Beef Chili Stew - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tsp leaves basil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1/2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups green beans
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cups stewed tomatoes
- 2 cups kidney beans
- 2 cups pinquitos (pink beans)
- 2 cups garbanzo beans
- 1 lb lean ground beef
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a large sauce pan and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for 1-3 hours before serving
- Note: I like to freeze meal size portions. It makes for a fast and easy meal later.
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 Beef Chili Stew contribute to your health goals:
- Beef: Zinc supports hormone production and immune function
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress 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. 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 Beef Chili Stew 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: Basil.
Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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