Penne with Roasted Summer Vegetables and Ricotta Salata - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Penne with Roasted Summer Vegetables and Ricotta Salata is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl Ricotta salata—ricotta's saltier cousin—adds a sharp tang to this summer pasta dish.

Ingredients

1 small eggplant, diced
1 medium squash, diced
1/2 pt. grape tomatoes, halved
3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt
Freshly ground pepper
12 oz. penne pasta
3/4 c. grated ricotta salata, plus more for serving
1/4 c. finely chopped basil, plus more for serving

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
Arrange eggplant on one half of baking sheet and zucchini on other half. On another baking sheet, arrange tomatoes. Drizzle vegetables with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Roast vegetables until golden, about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Meanwhile, bring large pot of salted water to boil. Cook penne according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid, then return drained pasta to pot.
Remove vegetables from oven and scrape into pasta using spatula. Add ricotta salata and 1/2 cup of pasta water, stirring to combine. (Add an additional 1/4 cup liquid to create a creamier pasta, if desired.) Stir in chopped basil and season with salt and pepper.
Serve pasta in bowls, garnished with more ricotta salata and basil.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penne with Roasted Summer Vegetables and Ricotta Salata good for PCOS?

Yes, this Penne with Roasted Summer Vegetables and Ricotta Salata 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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