Penne Puttanesca | PCOS Meal Planner

This Penne Puttanesca is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Jackie Plant Using high-intensity ingredients is the key to keeping the fat at a minimum in this speedy dish, with olive oil–packed tuna, garlic, olives, capers and crushed red pepper providing all the flavor needed.

Ingredients

Servings 4

1 lb. penne pasta
1 can tuna in olive oil
4 garlic cloves
1 can crushed tomatoes
1/2 c. pitted olives
2 tbsp. drained capers
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper (or to taste)
Garnish: chopped parsley

Instructions

Cook pasta in lightly salted boiling water as package directs.
Meanwhile, pour 2 tsp oil from tuna into a large nonstick skillet and heat over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in tomatoes, olives, capers and pepper; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes for flavors to blend. Stir in tuna.
Drain pasta; return to pot. Add sauce and parsley; toss.

Why this Penne Puttanesca works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Penne Puttanesca 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: Tuna.

Tuna is great for a high protein diet as it has 33 grams of protein within its housing, with no pesky carbohydrates to worry about. In addition to this, tuna contains B vitamins and vitamin D, both of which are vital to fighting back against PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penne Puttanesca good for PCOS?

Yes, this Penne Puttanesca 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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