Orzo with Beets, Olives, Feta, and Soft-Boiled Eggs

This Orzo with Beets, Olives, Feta, and Soft-Boiled Eggs is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

Servings 6

2 medium golden beets, peeled, cut into 1/8"-thick matchsticks (about 1 1/2 cups)
2/3 cup finely chopped fresh dill
2/3 cup pitted, chopped black olives
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 pound orzo
6 large eggs
Coarsely ground black pepper
6 ounces feta, crumbled (about 1 1/2 cups)

Instructions

Combine beets, dill, olives, 1/4 cup oil, and 1 tsp. salt in a large bowl.
Cook orzo in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package directions, adding eggs 6 minutes before orzo is done. Transfer eggs to a large bowl of ice water to cool, then peel and halve. Drain orzo, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid, and add to beet mixture. Stir vigorously and add pasta cooking liquid and oil as needed to fully coat. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer pasta to a serving bowl or platter and top with eggs and feta. Serve immediately or at room temperature.

Why this Orzo with Beets, Olives, Feta, and Soft-Boiled Eggs works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Orzo with Beets, Olives, Feta, and Soft-Boiled Eggs 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Orzo with Beets, Olives, Feta, and Soft-Boiled Eggs good for PCOS?

Yes, this Orzo with Beets, Olives, Feta, and Soft-Boiled Eggs 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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