Rotini with Marinara, Broccoli, Carrots, and Peppers - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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Protein
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Carbs
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This pasta recipe is especially easy to make when using precut vegetables found in your grocer's produce department.
Ingredients
- 12 oz. rotini or penne pasta
- 1 bag broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 small onion
- 1 large red pepper
- 2 c. jarred marinara sauce
- 3 oz. sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 c. fresh basil leaves
- 1/3 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat large covered saucepot of salted water to boiling on high. Add pasta and cook as label directs, adding broccoli to saucepot 4 minutes before pasta is done.
- Meanwhile, in deep 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil on medium 1 minute. Add carrots, onion, and pepper; cook 8 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in marinara sauce and pepperoni; cook 2 minutes to heat through.
- Drain pasta and broccoli; stir into skillet with marinara mixture. Sprinkle with basil. Serve with Parmesan.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Basil.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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