Orecchiette with Lemony Grilled Squid, Arugula and Chickpeas - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Orecchiette with Lemony Grilled Squid, Arugula and Chickpeas is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe By: Melissa Rubel The orecchiette in this lemony, bright-flavored pasta dish holds the delicious chickpeas like little cups. If you can, make the dish with small squid, which tend to be more tender than large ones.

Ingredients

3/4 lb. orecchiette
1/2 lb. cleaned squid
1/4 c. plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 clove garlic
Pinch of crushed red pepper
2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
4 packed cups baby arugula
3/4 c. canned chickpeas

Instructions

Light a grill. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 6 tablespoons of the cooking water. Return the al dente pasta to the pot.
Meanwhile, in a bowl, toss the squid with 1 tablespoon of the oil; season with salt and pepper and grill over moderately high heat, turning once, until lightly charred and white throughout, 4 minutes. Transfer the squid to a work surface. Slice the bodies crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick rings and quarter the tentacles.
In a small skillet, heat the remaining 1/4 cup of olive oil. Add the garlic and cook over moderate heat until golden, about 3 minutes. Add the crushed red pepper and cook for 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Stir the lemon-garlic sauce into the pasta. Stir in the arugula, chickpeas, squid and the reserved pasta cooking water. Cook over low heat, tossing, until the arugula is wilted, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowls and serve.
Wine Recommendation: Brisk, citrusy Italian white: 2005 Campo al Mare Vermentino.

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 Orecchiette with Lemony Grilled Squid, Arugula and Chickpeas good for PCOS?

Yes, this Orecchiette with Lemony Grilled Squid, Arugula and Chickpeas 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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