Grilled Summer Vegetable Pasta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Grilled Summer Vegetable Pasta is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Farmers market favorite! Tomatoes, eggplant, squash and more create a fresh-tasting meatless main dish.

Ingredients

8 oz uncooked linguine
4 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves
6 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 medium red bell pepper, quartered
1 medium yellow summer squash, cut in half lengthwise
1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch slices
4 oz chèvre (goat) cheese, crumbled
1/3 cup shredded fresh Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Heat gas or charcoal grill. In Dutch oven or 4-quart saucepan, cook linguine to desired doneness as directed on package.
Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix tomatoes, basil, 4 tablespoons of the oil, the salt and pepper; set aside.
In small bowl, mix remaining 2 tablespoons oil and the garlic. In ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan, place eggplant, bell pepper, summer squash and onion. Brush with oil-garlic mixture.
Place eggplant, bell pepper, summer squash and onion pieces directly on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 8 to 12 minutes, turning frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
Coarsely chop vegetables; add to tomato mixture. Add chèvre; mix gently.
Drain linguine; place on serving platter. Top with vegetable mixture and Parmesan cheese.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Basil.

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grilled Summer Vegetable Pasta good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grilled Summer Vegetable Pasta recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 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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