Springy Shells - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Springy Shells is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

16 ounces, weight Pasta Shells (medium) Or Other Short Pasta
1 pound Asparagus, Cut Into 1 1/2 Inch Pieces, Discard Tough Pieces
1/2 pound Broccoli, Cut Into Small Florets
1/2 pound Zucchini (about 1 Medium Zucchini) Diced
1/2 cup Frozen Peas
3 whole Green Onions Sliced (white & Light Green Parts)
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
4 Tablespoons Butter
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
20 ounces, weight Ricotta Cheese (20 - 22 Ozs.)
1/2 teaspoon Salt
2 whole Eggs
1-1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
Black Pepper, Freshly Ground
Extra Olive Oil For Drizzling

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Cook pasta until extremely al dente—with still quite a bit of bite.
Melt butter with the olive oil over medium-low to medium heat, then add in the garlic. Add the asparagus to the pan and cook for five minutes. Sprinkle in a little salt.
Add the broccoli and cook for one minute, then add the zucchini and cook for one or two more minutes. Add the frozen peas, still together then turn off the heat. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta, eggs, salt, and pepper until well combined.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Asparagus.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Springy Shells good for PCOS?

Yes, this Springy Shells 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 6 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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