Penne with Caramelized Onions and Radicchio - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Penne with Caramelized Onions and Radicchio is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Serve this Penne with Caramelized Onions and Radicchio with our Sliced Fennel and Orange Salad and store-bought focaccia. Game plan: Boil water for pasta. Meanwhile, slice fennel, then rest of vegetables. Sauté vegetables and complete pasta.

Ingredients

1 package penne or ziti pasta
1 head radicchio
2 tsp. olive oil
1 jumbo onion
1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
1 c. frozen peas
1/4 c. crumbled ricotta salata or goat cheese

Instructions

In saucepot, prepare penne as label directs in boiling salted water. Drain penne, reserving 1/4 cup pasta cooking water. Return penne to saucepot.
Meanwhile, cut radicchio lengthwise in half. Remove core, then cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Set aside. In nonstick 12-inch skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until hot. Add onion and cook until browned and soft, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add vinegar, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, cook 1 minute longer. Increase heat to medium-high, add radicchio and cook 2 to 3 minutes until wilted.
Add onion mixture, peas, and reserved pasta cooking water to penne, toss to mix well. Serve, sprinkled with cheese.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penne with Caramelized Onions and Radicchio good for PCOS?

Yes, this Penne with Caramelized Onions and Radicchio 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 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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