Pasta Shells with Shrimp and Garlicky Bread Crumbs - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Dinner

This Pasta Shells with Shrimp and Garlicky Bread Crumbs is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Parmesan and a lemon anchovy dressing coat shells, shrimp, and curly endive for a pasta salad that's second cousin to a shrimp Caesar. Instead of big croutons, sautéed bread crumbs make a crisp topping.

Ingredients

2 tbsp. plus 1/2 cup olive oil
1 1/2 c. fresh bread crumbs
2 cloves garlic
fresh-ground black pepper
3/4 lb. medium pasta shells
1 lb. large shrimp
3 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. anchovy paste
3/4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
3 oz. shredded curly endive (about 2 1/2 cups)
1/3 c. plus 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Instructions

In a medium nonstick frying pan, heat the 2 tablespoons oil over moderate heat. Add the bread crumbs, garlic, and 1/8 teaspoon each of salt and pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until golden, about 5 minutes.
In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the pasta shells until almost done, about 10 minutes. Add the shrimp to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until both the shrimp and the pasta shells are done, 2 to 3 minutes longer. Drain thoroughly.
In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, anchovy paste, Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Add the remaining 1/2 cup oil slowly, whisking.
Add the pasta and shrimp, the curly endive, and the 1/3 cup Parmesan to the dressing and toss. Serve the salad warm or at room temperature, topped with the garlic bread crumbs and the remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan.
Wine Recommendation: There's a reason pinot grigio is so popular: It goes well with multiply strongly flavored food such as this. Full-bodied, yet fresh and tart, pinot grigio works with salads; its soft apple and nut notes are perfect foils for garlic and Parmesan.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pasta Shells with Shrimp and Garlicky Bread Crumbs good for PCOS?

Yes, this Pasta Shells with Shrimp and Garlicky Bread Crumbs recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. 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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