Spicy Apricot-Glazed Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Spicy Apricot-Glazed Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 190 calories, 23g protein, and 17g carbs per serving. Ready in 54 minutes. High in fiber (6g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork tenderloin
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Apricot Glaze
- ½ cup sugar-free apricot preserves
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- Vegetables
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch strips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Season the pork with black pepper and garlic powder. Place the pork in a baking dish.
- In a small bowl, mix together the apricot glaze ingredients. Microwave the glaze for 1-2 minutes, until the mixture gets thin and easy to stir. Pour the glaze over pork tenderloin and coat it evenly.
- Spread the sweet potatoes and green peppers around the pork. Bake for 30 minutes or until the pork is done. (When it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F).
- COST: $8.93
- MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Confirm all ingredients are gluten-free and this dish is gluten-free.
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 Spicy Apricot-Glazed Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers contribute to your health goals:
- Sweet potato: Has a lower glycemic index than regular potatoes, supporting blood sugar control
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Bell pepper: Vitamin C supports adrenal function and may help manage cortisol levels in PCOS
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 anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and 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 Spicy Apricot-Glazed Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Spicy Apricot-Glazed Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 190 calories per serving with 23g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 6g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 54 minutes total. Prep time is 24 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 4 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 190 calories, 23g protein (48%), 17g carbs, 3g fat. Plus 6g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 190 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 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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