This Pasta with Tomatoes, Zucchini, and Pesto is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to package directions, adding the corn during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Reserve 3/4 cup cooking liquid, drain the pasta, and return it to the pot.
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Meanwhile, grate the zucchini on the large holes of a box grater, turning the zucchini to grate the outside first (discard the soft core). In a large bowl, toss together the tomatoes, olive oil, 2 tablespoons pesto, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Fold in the zucchini and mozzarella.
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Toss the pasta with the remaining pesto and 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water (adding more if the pasta seems dry). Fold in the tomato-zucchini mixture and sprinkle with basil, if desired.
Why this Pasta with Tomatoes, Zucchini, and Pesto works for PCOS
Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Pasta with Tomatoes, Zucchini, and Pesto 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: Basil.
Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Pasta with Tomatoes, Zucchini, and Pesto 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 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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