Spinach and Feta Pasta with Shrimp - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 12 oz tri-color rotini pasta
- 1 3/4 cups diced tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
- 2 cups reduced fat feta cheese
- 2 cups cooked shrimp
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 3 cups spinach
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente. Drain.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic and mushrooms, cook until soft.
- Drain juice from tomatoes and add them to the skillet along with the shrimp, spinach, pepper and crushed red pepper. Cook until spinach is wilted and any juices are mostly gone, about 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium, stir in pasta and feta and cook until cheese is melted.
- Note: shrimp can be substituted with chicken or omitted for a vegetarian meal.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Spinach and Feta Pasta with Shrimp contribute to your health goals:
- Shrimp: Selenium supports thyroid function which is often affected in PCOS
- Spinach: Magnesium may help improve insulin sensitivity in women with PCOS
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated in PCOS
- Feta: Provides calcium important for bone health in PCOS
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS, and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Spinach and Feta Pasta with Shrimp can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
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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