PCOS Italian Paleo Recipes: Lunch - Paleo Eggplant Rollatini - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
20g
Protein
25g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Grocery list: Eggplant, Ricotta cheese, Marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese, Egg, Garlic, Fresh basil, Salt, Pepper. This recipe has a low Glycemic Index (GI) due to the use of eggplant and ricotta cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant (US: 1.1 lbs, Metric: 500g)
- 1 cup of ricotta cheese (US: 8 oz, Metric: 225g)
- 1 cup of marinara sauce (US: 8 oz, Metric: 225g)
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (US: 1 oz, Metric: 28g)
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the eggplant lengthwise into thin slices.
- Sprinkle salt on both sides of each slice and let them sit for 15 minutes.
- Rinse the slices and pat them dry.
- Bake the slices for 15 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped garlic, and chopped basil.
- Spread a spoonful of the cheese mixture on each eggplant slice, roll them up, and place them in a baking dish.
- Top with marinara sauce and bake for 25 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Eggplant is a low-GI food that helps control blood sugar levels. Ricotta and Parmesan cheese are excellent sources of calcium and protein. The recipe is also rich in fiber which aids in digestion and helps maintain a healthy weight. The preparation is fast and easy, providing a sense of control and empowerment in managing PCOS through diet.
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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