Butternut Squash and Whole Wheat Pasta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp buttery spread made with olive oil
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat pasta
- 1 tsp basil
- 1 tsp ground oregano
- 1 tbsp red pepper flakes
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 long sweet potato
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to directions.
- At the same time, microwave sweet potato for 5 minutes on high, until still firm (but not rock hard or too soft). When cool enough, chop into bite sized pieces.
- At the same time, heat buttery spread in a skillet; when hot, add crushed garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add sweet potato to the skillet and cook for 3 min (add a tablespoon of water if it gets too dry).
- Add marinara and spices and cook another 2-3 minutes. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until coated.
- Enjoy your delicious, healthy vegan 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 Butternut Squash and Whole Wheat Pasta contribute to your health goals:
- Sweet potato: Has a lower glycemic index than regular potatoes, supporting blood sugar control
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Garlic: May help reduce cholesterol levels often elevated 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 Butternut Squash and Whole Wheat Pasta 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: Basil.
Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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