This Cheeseless Black Bean Lasagna is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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Place tofu between 4 paper towel sheets. Place heavy skilley on top for 1 hour, pressing down on tofu.
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Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Into 4-quart saucepot, stir black baens, tomatoes, tomato paste, water, onion, oregano, garlic powder, 2 teaspoon. salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Heat to boiling on medium-high, stirring often. Reduce head to maintain simmer; simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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While sauce cooks, in food processor, pulse cashews until finely ground; transfer to large bowl, along with pressed tofu. With hands, crumble tofu until texture resembles ricotta cheese. Stir in yeast (if using), olive oil, basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
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In 13- by 9-inch glass or ceramic baking dish, spread 1 cup tomato sauce and tofu mixture; repeat layering twice. Top with 1 cup sauce. Spread sauce to completely cover noodles. Bake, uncovered, 40 minutes or until noodles are tender. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.
Why this Cheeseless Black Bean Lasagna works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Cheeseless Black Bean Lasagna that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.
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
Yes, this Cheeseless Black Bean Lasagna recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 8 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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