Stuffed Brussels Sprouts Bites ? Foodie Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Stuffed Brussels Sprouts Bites ? Foodie Recipe
Prep: 19 min
Cook: 20 min
Servings: 12
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

45 Calories
3g Protein
2g Carbs
3.5g Fat
Stuffed Brussels Sprouts Bites ? Foodie Recipe, Nov/Dec 2013

Ingredients

  • 12 Large Brussels sprouts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 pieces lean turkey bacon, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 ounces soft goat cheese
  • 2 tablespoons skim milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. 
  2. Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half, lengthwise.  Bring a large pot of water to a boil and blanch the sprouts for 2 minutes, drain and set aside.
  3. Using a melon baller or teaspoon measure, core the sprouts, set aside the shells and roughly chop the scooped cores.
  4. Add olive oil to a medium sauté pan over medium heat. Add bacon and sauté until almost crisp. Add the chopped sprouts and garlic and sauté for a 3-4 more minutes until the sprouts have softened.
  5. In a bowl, mix together the goat cheese, milk, salt (optional), black pepper and parmesan cheese.  Add the sautéed bacon and sprouts and mix thoroughly.
  6. Divide the filling mixture evenly among each sprout core (about a rounded teaspoon).  Lay sprouts on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until the filled sprouts are a golden brown.  Serve warm.

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 Stuffed Brussels Sprouts Bites ? Foodie Recipe contribute to your health goals:

  • Turkey: B vitamins play a role in energy metabolism and hormone regulation
  • Oat: Supports steady blood sugar release, reducing insulin resistance
  • Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
  • Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated 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 healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. 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 Stuffed Brussels Sprouts Bites ? Foodie Recipe 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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