PCOS Low GI Italian Recipes: Dinner - Baked Ziti with Ground Turkey - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
550
Calories
30g
Protein
50g
Carbs
25g
Fat
Grocery list: Ziti pasta, ground turkey, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper. This recipe uses low GI ingredients like whole wheat pasta and lean ground turkey to help manage blood sugar levels.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of ziti pasta (100g)
- 1/2 lb ground turkey (225g)
- 1 cup marinara sauce (240ml)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (50g)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (25g)
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml), salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, cook until softened.
- Add ground turkey, cook until browned.
- Stir in marinara sauce, season with salt and pepper.
- Combine pasta and turkey mixture in a baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
This PCOS-friendly Baked Ziti with Ground Turkey is a delicious and comforting dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's packed with protein from the turkey, and the whole wheat pasta has a low glycemic index, helping to manage blood sugar levels. The cheese provides calcium and vitamin D, important for bone health. This recipe is also rich in B vitamins and zinc, which are beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Enjoy this dish as part of your personalized meal plan, and feel empowered knowing you're taking control of your health.
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