This Penne with Summer Vegetables is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat oven to 275 degrees F.
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On a large rimmed baking sheet, gently toss the tomatoes and garlic with the olive oil, thyme, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
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Roast until the tomatoes have reduced a quarter in size and are just beginning to dry around the edges, 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
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Cook penne according to package directions.
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Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add eggplant and cook, tossing occasionally, for 2 minutes.
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Add 1 each small squash and zucchini, season with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, tossing occasionally, until the vegetables are just tender, about 3 minutes more.
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Toss with the pasta, 2 1/2 cups roasted tomatoes, bocconcini, and fresh basil.
Why this Penne with Summer Vegetables works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Penne with Summer Vegetables 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 Penne with Summer Vegetables 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 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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