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PCOS Vegan Italian Recipes: Lunch - Zucchini Noodles with Pesto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Vegan Italian Recipes: Lunch - Zucchini Noodles with Pesto
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Servings: 2
Lunch

This PCOS Vegan Italian Recipes: Lunch - Zucchini Noodles with Pesto is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 10g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
10g Protein
30g Carbs
20g Fat
This recipe includes a grocery list of zucchinis, fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and nutritional yeast. The Glycemic Index (GI) of zucchini is low, which is beneficial for managing PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchinis (spiralized)
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine the basil, pine nuts, garlic, and nutritional yeast. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
  2. Add the olive oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the zucchini noodles and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Add the pesto to the pan and toss until the noodles are well coated.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with additional nutritional yeast if desired.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients that are beneficial for managing PCOS, including fiber, monounsaturated fats, and vitamins. Zucchini is a low GI food that helps regulate blood sugar levels, while the homemade pesto is rich in healthy fats and antioxidants. The recipe is easy to prepare and customizable, providing a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Vegan Italian Recipes: Lunch - Zucchini Noodles with Pesto recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 10g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 10 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 10g protein (11%), 30g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 5g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 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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