Rigatoni with Pesto and Chickpeas - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Rigatoni with Pesto and Chickpeas is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

12 oz. rigatoni
1 can chickpeas
3/4 c. prepared basil pesto (from a tub; see Note)
Top with: diced tomatoes and Italian parsley, cut in narrow strips

Instructions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook as package directs.
Meanwhile, process 3 ⁄4 cup chickpeas and the pesto in a food processor until smooth, scraping down sides as needed. Slowly pour 1 ⁄2 cup pasta cooking water through feed tube; process until creamy.
Set a colander in kitchen sink; put the remaining chickpeas in the colander and drain the pasta. Return pasta and chickpeas to pot. Add pesto mixture and toss to mix and coat. Serve immediately, topping with tomatoes and parsley.

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

Is Rigatoni with Pesto and Chickpeas good for PCOS?

Yes, this Rigatoni with Pesto and Chickpeas 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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