Ratatouille with Chickpeas and Quinoa - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Ratatouille with Chickpeas and Quinoa is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl Your summer won't be complete without making ratatouille at least once. This veg-friendly version is to die.

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. quinoa, rinsed and drained
kosher salt
3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 small red onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 small eggplant, cubed
1 small zucchini, cubed
4 tomatoes, cored and chopped
1 c. chopped basil, plus more for garnish
1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
Black pepper

Instructions

Place quinoa in a medium pot with 3 cups water and a generous pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, 5 minutes, then fluff. (Season with more salt if desired.)
In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes. Add eggplant and cook 5 minutes more. Add zucchini, squash, and tomatoes and cook until softened, 5 minutes. Add chickpeas and cook 5 minutes more.
Stir in basil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Serve ratatouille over quinoa.

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 Ratatouille with Chickpeas and Quinoa good for PCOS?

Yes, this Ratatouille with Chickpeas and Quinoa 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 4 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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