Parmesan Spaghetti Squash with Tomato Sauce and Roasted Broccoli - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Parmesan Spaghetti Squash with Tomato Sauce and Roasted Broccoli is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl Want a delicious carb-free alternative to pasta? There's a squash for that.

Ingredients

1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
kosher salt
Black pepper
1 small onion, minced (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, divided
1 28-oz. can whole tomatoes
1 tsp. sugar
1/4 c. chopped basil
1 spaghetti squash, halved and seeded
3 tbsp. Country Crock spread, divided
1/4 c. Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Arrange broccoli florets on baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper; toss gently to coat evenly. Roast for 20 minutes or until brown.
Meanwhile, in large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add onion and sauté for 4 minutes, or until tender. Add garlic and sauté for 1 more minute. Add tomatoes and juices, and gently crush tomatoes with wooden spoon. Let sauce come to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in sugar and basil, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
While sauce is simmering, place spaghetti squash halves in microwave-safe dish, cut-side down, and add about 1/2 cup of water. Microwave on high for 12 minutes, rotating dish halfway through, until squash is tender. Let sit 5 minutes. When squash is cool enough to handle, scrape out insides with fork–it will resemble pasta. Discard skins.
In large sauté pan, heat 1 tablespoon of Country Crock spread. Add 1 clove of garlic and sauté for 1 minute or until fragrant. Add spaghetti squash and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes or until soft. Stir in Parmesan and remaining 2 tablespoons Country Crock. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve spaghetti squash with tomato sauce on top, and roasted broccoli on the side. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese, if desired.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Basil.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parmesan Spaghetti Squash with Tomato Sauce and Roasted Broccoli good for PCOS?

Yes, this Parmesan Spaghetti Squash with Tomato Sauce and Roasted Broccoli 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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