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Pasta with Scallops, Zucchini, and Tomatoes
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Pasta with Scallops, Zucchini, and Tomatoes

8 servings

This Pasta with Scallops, Zucchini, and Tomatoes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Lisa Stinger See how to make a simple pasta with scallops, zucchini, and tomatoes.

Ingredients

Servings 8

Instructions

  1. In a large pot with boiling salted water cook pasta until al dente. Drain.

  2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet heat oil, add garlic and cook until tender. Add the zucchini, salt, red pepper flakes, dried basil (if using) and saute for 10 minutes. Add chopped tomatoes, bay scallops, and fresh basil (if using) and simmer for 5 minutes, or until scallops are opaque.

  3. Pour sauce over cooked pasta and serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

Why this Pasta with Scallops, Zucchini, and Tomatoes works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Pasta with Scallops, Zucchini, and Tomatoes 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 Scallops, Zucchini, and Tomatoes 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 8 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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