Cavatappi with Tomatoes, Arugula, and Ricotta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Dinner

This Cavatappi with Tomatoes, Arugula, and Ricotta is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

2 large tomatoes, cored, roughly chopped (about 4 cups)
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 pound cavatappi (or other short pasta)
6 cups arugula, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces ricotta

Instructions

Combine tomatoes, garlic, red pepper flakes, 1/4 cup oil, and 1 tsp. salt in a large bowl.
Cook cavatappi in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid, and add to tomato mixture. Stir vigorously and add pasta cooking liquid and oil as needed to fully coat. Stir in arugula and black pepper and season with salt.
Transfer pasta to a serving bowl or platter and dollop with ricotta. Serve immediately.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cavatappi with Tomatoes, Arugula, and Ricotta good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cavatappi with Tomatoes, Arugula, and Ricotta recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. 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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