Tomato-Basil Pasta with Asiago Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Tomato-Basil Pasta with Asiago Recipe | MyRecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

You can substitute 1/2 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary for the fresh, if you'd like.

Ingredients

2 cups (6 ounces) uncooked gluten-free rice penne (such as DeBoles)
3/4 cup canned no-salt-added navy beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
12 pitted kalamata olives, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated Asiago cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat; add beans during last 1 minute of cooking. Drain pasta and beans, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water. Place pasta, beans, and reserved pasta water in a large shallow pasta bowl.
While pasta cooks, heat oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add tomatoes; cook 2 minutes, stirring often. Stir in green onions and next 3 ingredients; cook 2 minutes or just until tomatoes are thoroughly heated. Remove from heat.
Add spinach and next 4 ingredients to pasta mixture. Toss well. Top with tomato mixture.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Basil.

Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being. Basil is an excellent st...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tomato-Basil Pasta with Asiago Recipe | MyRecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Tomato-Basil Pasta with Asiago Recipe | MyRecipes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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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