Bacon Wrapped Meatballs II - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 tsp seasoned salt
- 1 medium egg
- 12 thin bacon slices
- 2 tsps chili powder
- 2 tsps garlic powder
- 1 lb ground beef
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C). Line a baking sheet with non-stick foil.
- Mix all ingredients except bacon together in bowl.
- Use melon baller (or similar) to create 12 medium sized meatballs.
- Wrap each meatball in a slice of bacon.
- Cook for 35 minutes.
- Note: try squirting Cajun blast BBQ basting sauce or sprinkling bacon salt onto meatballs.
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 Bacon Wrapped Meatballs II contribute to your health goals:
- Beef: Zinc supports hormone production and immune function
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- 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 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 Bacon Wrapped Meatballs II 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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