This is one of those meals that just works-simple, satisfying, and incredibly supportive for your body. You’ve got high-quality protein from the beef to help stabilize blood sugar (which is huge for steady energy and balanced hormones), fiber-rich carbs from the chickpea pasta and black beans to support digestion, and fresh ingredients like bell pepper, lime, and cilantro to bring everything to life.
It’s the kind of meal that leaves you feeling nourished and grounded instead of depleted-especially during phases of your cycle where your body is craving something a little more hearty and supportive. Think: steady energy, fewer crashes, and a meal that actually keeps you full.
Easy, balanced, and something your hormones will thank you for 🤍
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 2 tsps Chili Powder
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
- 4 ozs Chickpea Pasta (dry)
- 1 1/2 cups Black Beans (cooked)
- 1 Orange Bell Pepper (large, diced)
- 2 stalks Green Onion (chopped)
- 2 tbsps Cilantro (finely chopped)
- 3/4 cup Salsa
- 1 Lime (large, juiced)
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente.
- Meanwhile, heat a pan over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Add the chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for seven to eight minutes until the beef is browned and cooked through.
- Add the cooked ground beef, cooked pasta, black beans, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, salsa, lime juice, salt, and pepper to a bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Divide evenly between bowls. Enjoy hot or cold!
4 servings
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