Winter Squash Lasagna - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 container part-skim ricotta
- 4 oz. part-skim mozzarella
- .13 tsp. freshly grated or ground nutmeg
- 1/4 c. grated Parmesan
- 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan
- Kosher salt and pepper
- 1 bunch spinach, thick stems discarded
- 1 package frozen winter squash purée
- 6 no-boil lasagna noodles
- Green salad, for serving
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425 °F. In a large bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, nutmeg, 1/4 cup Parmesan, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper; fold in the spinach.
- Spread 1/2 cup of the squash on the bottom of an 8-in. square baking dish. Top with 2 noodles and spread a third (about 1/4 cup) of the remaining squash over the top. Dollop with a third (about 1 cup) of the ricotta mixture; repeat. Place the remaining 2 noodles on top; spread with the remaining squash and dollop with the remaining ricotta mixture.
- Sprinkle with the remaining 2 Tbsp Parmesan, cover tightly with an oiled piece of foil (to prevent sticking) and bake for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake until the noodles are tender and the top is golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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