Sauteed Green Beans with Walnuts & Garlic - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp bacon bits
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 4 cups green beans
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Put olive oil in sauté pan and add in walnuts and garlic. Turn on medium-high and sauté for a couple of minutes.
- Add in the green beans and cook on medium-high to high heat for 5-6 minutes. Continuously stir.
- After 5-6 minutes of cooking, add in bacon bits and cook an additional 2 minutes.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
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 Sauteed Green Beans with Walnuts & Garlic contribute to your health goals:
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Walnut: Studies show walnuts may improve lipid profiles in women with 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 Sauteed Green Beans with Walnuts & Garlic 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: Nuts, Walnuts.
Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity. Walnuts are an excellent addition to the diet for managing PCOS symptoms. These nutrient-dense nuts are packed with healthy fats, protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. But what makes walnuts particularly beneficial for indiv...
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