Grilled Zucchini with Cheese - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tsp season salt
- 4 large zucchini, 8-10" long
- 8 oz reduced fat cheese, finely grated
Instructions
- Preheat broiler and put rack into middle position. Wash zucchini and cut off ends. Cut into crosswise slices about 3/8 inches wide. It's important that all zucchini are equal size and slices are same width.
- Spray a large round or rectangular baking sheet with non-stick spray. Cover baking sheet completely with zucchini rounds, putting them as close together as possible. Sprinkle zucchini with season salt, and any other seasonings desired.
- Completely cover top of zucchini with grated cheese. Broil until cheese is browned and zucchini is barely tender, about 5-7 minutes. Serve immediately.
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 Grilled Zucchini with Cheese contribute to your health goals:
- Zucchini: Low in calories while providing vitamin C and potassium
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. 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 Grilled Zucchini with Cheese 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.
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