Penne with Tomato Pesto and Smoked Mozzarella - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Dinner

This Penne with Tomato Pesto and Smoked Mozzarella is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Joan Lang Tomatoes keep the fulfilling umami coming. We added almonds to up the slim-down factor: Dieters who ate the nuts daily lost 56 percent more fat than those who didn't, a study from Loma Linda University finds; the nuts' fiber may preve

Ingredients

1/4 cup almonds
2 cups loosely packed fresh parsley
12 sun-dried tomato halves
2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 pound smoked mozzarella, diced
1/2 pound whole-wheat penne

Instructions

In a small pan over medium heat, toast almonds until golden brown, 5 minutes. In a food processor, pulse almonds, parsley, tomatoes, garlic and oil until slightly chunky. Pour into a bowl; season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add mozzarella; toss to combine. Cook pasta as directed on package; drain and toss immediately with pesto.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penne with Tomato Pesto and Smoked Mozzarella good for PCOS?

Yes, this Penne with Tomato Pesto and Smoked Mozzarella recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. 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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