Roasted Butternut Squash Panzanella Recipe

This Roasted Butternut Squash Panzanella Recipe is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

Servings 8

4 cups cubed sourdough bread
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 medium butternut squash (about 3 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon each salt, ground ginger, ground cumin and pepper
1 cup salted shelled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1 cup dried cranberries
4 shallots, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 °. Place bread cubes in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; toss with 2 tablespoons oil. Bake 10-15 minutes or until toasted, stirring twice.
Place squash in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Mix seasonings and remaining 3 tablespoons oil; drizzle over squash and toss to coat. Roast 35-45 minutes or until tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, squash, pumpkin seeds, cranberries and shallots. In a small saucepan, combine the first six dressing ingredients; heat through, stirring to blend. Remove from heat; gradually whisk in oil until blended.
Drizzle 1/2 cup dressing over salad and toss to combine. (Save remaining dressing for another use.)

Why this Roasted Butternut Squash Panzanella Recipe works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Roasted Butternut Squash Panzanella Recipe that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roasted Butternut Squash Panzanella Recipe good for PCOS?

Yes, this Roasted Butternut Squash Panzanella Recipe 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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