This Penne with Peas, Grape Tomatoes, and Ricotta is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat large covered saucepot of salted water to boiling over high heat.
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Meanwhile, if using fresh peas, shell by running thumb along length of seam to open pod and release peas.
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Add pasta to boiling water and cook as label directs. Add fresh peas to saucepot when pasta has 2 minutes cooking time remaining.
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While pasta is cooking, in medium bowl, combine ricotta, parsley, Romano, lemon peel, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes and cook 6 to 8 minutes or until tomatoes burst and are heated through, shaking pan frequently. Remove skillet from heat.
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Remove 1/2 cup pasta cooking water; set aside. Drain pasta and peas.
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To skillet with tomatoes, add pasta with fresh peas (or thawed frozen peas) and reserved cooking water; stir to combine. Spoon into 6 bowls and dollop with ricotta mixture.
Why this Penne with Peas, Grape Tomatoes, and Ricotta works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Penne with Peas, Grape Tomatoes, and Ricotta 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: Lemon.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Penne with Peas, Grape Tomatoes, and Ricotta 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 6 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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