Elbows with Fresh Tomato Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Elbows with Fresh Tomato Sauce is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 447 calories, 14.75g protein, and 87.97g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (5.2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 16 oz elbow macaroni pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 plum tomatoes
- 1 tsp leaves basil
- 1 tbsp pepper
- 1 tbsp salt
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsps chopped onion
Instructions
- Boil water for pasta. Dice tomato and mince both onion and garlic.
- Once water boils, add pasta. Heat a sauté pan with olive oil.
- Add onions and garlic to hot pan. Sauté till the onions are soft and clear.
- Add the diced tomatoes and basil.
- Sauté for approximately 5 minutes on medium heat. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Drain elbows and put them back in the pot.
- Toss with tomato sauce and serve.
- A sprinkle of parmesan is a nice but not necessary addition.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Elbows with Fresh Tomato Sauce contribute to your health goals:
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Tomato: Antioxidants help combat oxidative stress elevated in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Elbows with Fresh Tomato Sauce can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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
Yes, this Elbows with Fresh Tomato Sauce recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 447 calories per serving with 14.75g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5.2g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 4 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 447 calories, 14.75g protein (13%), 87.97g carbs, 5.54g fat. Plus 5.2g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 447 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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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