Pesto Spaghetti with Summer Squash - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Pesto Spaghetti with Summer Squash
Servings: 4
Lunch

This Pesto Spaghetti with Summer Squash is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Judy Kim Veg out with this super-fresh summer pasta.

Ingredients

  • kosher salt
  • 1/2 lb. spaghetti
  • 2 medium yellow zucchini (about 1 lb.)
  • 10 oz. pesto
  • 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan
  • 1 c. cherry tomatoes, halved
  • extra-virgin olive oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring an 8-quart stock pot of water to a boil and generously season with salt. Cook pasta according to al dente package instructions.
  2. Meanwhile, trim one end of each zucchini and insert flat end into a spiralizer. Zoodles will be extremely long; cut into approximately 7" lengths. Place in a collander and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt and mix, set aside. Add drained zoodles to spaghetti for last minute of cooking time.
  3. Drain and transfer noodles back to the stock pot and mix in pesto sauce. Transfer to a large platter and top with Parmesan and tomatoes. Finish with freshly ground black pepper.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Pesto Spaghetti with Summer Squash recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

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

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