Skillet Lasagna - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 5

Lunch

This Skillet Lasagna is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Enjoy your Italian dinner with this skillet made beef lasagna.

Ingredients

1/2 lb ground beef round
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
4 precooked lasagna noodles, broken into large pieces
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained
1 cup roasted red bell peppers (from a jar), chopped
5 teaspoons refrigerated basil pesto (from 7-oz container)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella-Parmesan cheese blend (2 oz)

Instructions

In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain. Add vinegar and 1 teaspoon of the Italian seasoning. Spoon ricotta cheese evenly over beef. Top with noodles, making 1 flat layer (noodles will overlap).
In small bowl, mix tomatoes and roasted peppers; spread over noodles, making sure noodles are completely covered. Sprinkle with remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Dollop pesto evenly over top. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 30 minutes or until noodles are soft. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese blend. Let stand 5 minutes. Cut into wedges. Serve from skillet with slotted spatula.

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

Is Skillet Lasagna good for PCOS?

Yes, this Skillet Lasagna 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 5 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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