Baked Butternut Squash with Tomatoes and Pine Nuts - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Baked Butternut Squash with Tomatoes and Pine Nuts is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1 large butternut squash (3 1/2 pounds)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup water
2 medium onions, halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced crosswise
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 (14 1/2- to 15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, including juice
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 pound crumbled feta (scant 1/4 cup)
1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
Accompaniment: extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350 °F.
Cut off and peel neck of squash, then cut neck crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick rounds (reserve round portion for another use). Season both sides of slices with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then cook squash, in batches if necessary, until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Add water to skillet and cook squash, covered, over moderately low heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Gently transfer squash with a spatula to a 2-quart gratin or other shallow baking dish, overlapping slices if necessary, then pour any juices from pan over squash.
Cook onions and garlic in remaining 2 tablespoons oil in skillet over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until soft, about 8 minutes. Stir in tomatoes with juice, oregano, allspice, and salt and pepper to taste and simmer 3 minutes.
Cover squash with tomato mixture and crumble feta on top, then sprinkle with nuts.
Bake gratin until heated through and cheese is softened, about 10 minutes.
Serve gratin drizzled with oil.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baked Butternut Squash with Tomatoes and Pine Nuts good for PCOS?

Yes, this Baked Butternut Squash with Tomatoes and Pine Nuts 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 4 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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