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PCOS Pasta - Lentil Spaghetti with Pesto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Pasta - Lentil Spaghetti with Pesto
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Pasta - Lentil Spaghetti with Pesto is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 25g protein, and 50g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (8g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories
25g Protein
50g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes lentil spaghetti, fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and Parmesan cheese. The lentil spaghetti has a low GI, making it a great choice for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of lentil spaghetti (200g)
  • 1 cup of fresh basil leaves (20g)
  • 1/4 cup of pine nuts (35g)
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil (60ml)
  • 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (25g), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the lentil spaghetti according to package instructions.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, combine the basil, pine nuts, and garlic in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.
  3. Add the olive oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Drain the pasta and mix with the pesto.
  6. Serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
This PCOS-friendly pasta dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial for those with PCOS. The lentil spaghetti is a great source of protein and fiber, and has a low GI, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The homemade pesto is made with fresh basil, pine nuts, and olive oil, which are all rich in healthy fats and antioxidants. This meal is quick and easy to prepare, making it a great choice 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 Pasta - Lentil Spaghetti with Pesto recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 25g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 8g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

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

Per serving: 450 calories, 25g protein (22%), 50g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 8g 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 450 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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