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PCOS Vegan Italian Recipes: Dinner - Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Marinara - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Vegan Italian Recipes: Dinner - Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Marinara
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Vegan Italian Recipes: Dinner - Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Marinara is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 12g protein, and 55g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (7g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
12g Protein
55g Carbs
10g Fat
This recipe includes whole wheat spaghetti, marinara sauce, olive oil, garlic, and fresh basil. The whole wheat spaghetti has a low GI, making it a good choice for those with PCOS. The marinara sauce adds a burst of flavor without adding too many calories.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of whole wheat spaghetti (200g)
  • 1 cup of marinara sauce (240g)
  • 1 tbsp of olive oil (15ml)
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves (6g), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions.
  2. While the spaghetti is cooking, heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add the marinara sauce and stir well.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it and add it to the pan with the sauce.
  7. Toss well to combine.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
This PCOS-friendly vegan Italian dinner recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for those with PCOS. The whole wheat spaghetti is a great source of complex carbohydrates, which have a low GI and can help regulate blood sugar levels. The marinara sauce is rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, while the garlic and basil add flavor without adding extra calories. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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

Yes, this PCOS Vegan Italian Recipes: Dinner - Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Marinara recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 12g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 7g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 20 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 350 calories, 12g protein (14%), 55g carbs, 10g fat. Plus 7g 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 Dinner. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. 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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