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Three-Cheese Pasta Salad with Olives - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Three-Cheese Pasta Salad with Olives
Servings: 4
Lunch

This Three-Cheese Pasta Salad with Olives is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by /contributors/barbara-dod-whittle Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less, but requires additional unattended time.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces medium-size pasta shells (about 2 3/4 cups)
  • 1 cup chopped pitted brine-cured black olives (such as Kalamata)
  • 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
  • 1/2 cup diced sharp white cheddar cheese ( about 2 1/2 ounces)
  • 1/2 cup grated Gouda cheese (about 2 1/2 ounces)
  • 6 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup basil vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • Pinch of sugar

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in pot of boiling water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain. Rinse with cold water and drain well.
  2. Mix pasta, olives, bell pepper, all cheeses and basil in large bowl to combine. Pour vinegar into small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Add sugar; season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Toss salad with enough dressing to coat. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, about 2 hours. (Can be prepared 8 hours ahead; keep refrigerated.)

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 Three-Cheese Pasta Salad with Olives 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.

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