Garden Harvest Spaghetti Squash Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)
- 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 1 small zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chopped leek (white portion only)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tomato paste
- 1/4 cup V8 juice
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend
Instructions
- Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; add 1/2 in. of hot water. Bake, uncovered, at 375 ° for 30-40 minutes. Drain water from pan; turn squash cut side up. Bake 5 minutes longer or until squash is tender.
- Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, saute the red pepper, onion, zucchini, mushrooms, leek and carrots in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the stewed tomatoes, tomato paste, V8 juice, pepper and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in spinach and herbs; heat through.
- When squash is cool enough to handle, use a fork to separate strands. Serve with sauce; sprinkle with cheese.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Basil.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being. Basil is an excellent st...
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