Pasta with Mahimahi, Tomatoes, and Basil - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Pasta with Mahimahi, Tomatoes, and Basil is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Similar to grouper, mahimahi boasts a firm texture and light, sweetly moist meat. Paired with multigrain pasta, this extra lean fish dish is a delicious way to enjoy the benefits of heart-healthy seafood.

Ingredients

1/2 lb. multigrain rotini pasta
2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb. skinless mahimahi
Salt and ground black pepper
2 clove garlic
3 c. grape tomatoes
1/4 c. dry white wine
1/2 c. firmly packed fresh basil leaves

Instructions

Heat large covered saucepot of salted water to boiling over high heat. Add pasta and cook as label directs.
Meanwhile, in deep nonstick 12-inch skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add mahimahi; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper and cook 3 to 4 minutes or just until mahimahi turns opaque in center, gently stirring. Transfer mahimahi to plate; set aside.
In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat until hot. Add garlic and cook 1 minute or until golden, stirring constantly. Add tomatoes; cover and cook 4 to 5 minutes or until tomatoes burst, stirring occasionally. Stir in wine, half of basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper; cook, uncovered, 1 minute to blend flavors.
Reserve 1/4 cup pasta cooking water, then drain pasta. Add pasta, reserved cooking water, mahimahi, and remaining basil to tomato mixture in skillet; toss until well combined.

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 Pasta with Mahimahi, Tomatoes, and Basil good for PCOS?

Yes, this Pasta with Mahimahi, Tomatoes, and Basil 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 8 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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