Spaghetti with Tuna and Fresh Tomato Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Spaghetti with Tuna and Fresh Tomato Sauce is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Raw tomato sauce with loads of basil can be tossed together in just minutes. Add spaghetti and canned tuna and you have a fine summer meal.

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb. tomatoes (about 3)
6 tbsp. olive oil
2 cloves garlic
3/4 c. chopped fresh basil
2 tsp. balsamic or red-wine vinegar
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper
3/4 lb. spaghetti
2 can tuna packed in oil

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, oil, garlic, basil, vinegar, salt and pepper.
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the spaghetti until just done, about 12 minutes. Drain and toss the pasta with the tuna and the tomato mixture.
Variations: Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato Sauce: Omit the tuna. The marinated tomatoes make a delicious sauce on their own. Spaghetti with Salmon and Fresh Tomato Sauce: Omit the tuna. Coat 1 pound of skinless salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon cooking oil and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper. Broil the salmon until just barely done, 3 to 5 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillet. Flake the salmon and toss with the pasta. Spaghetti with Shrimp and Fresh Tomato Sauce: Omit the tuna. Add 1 pound of raw medium shelled shrimp to the spaghetti during the last 1 minute of cooking time.
Wine Recommendation: Look for an acidic and intensely flavored white wine, such as a grassy sauvignon blanc from California, to match the aggressive taste of the tuna.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Tuna is great for a high protein diet as it has 33 grams of protein within its housing, with no pesky carbohydrates to worry about. In addition to this, tuna contains B vitamins and vitamin D, both of which are vital to fighting back against PCOS. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spaghetti with Tuna and Fresh Tomato Sauce good for PCOS?

Yes, this Spaghetti with Tuna and Fresh Tomato Sauce 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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