PCOS Vegetarian Italian Recipes: Dinner - Baked Ziti with Vegetables - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
450
Calories
20g
Protein
65g
Carbs
10g
Fat
Grocery list: ziti, bell peppers, zucchini, onion, garlic, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, salt, black pepper. This recipe has a low GI due to the high fiber content from the vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of ziti (200g)
- 1 cup of chopped bell peppers (150g)
- 1 cup of chopped zucchini (124g)
- 1 cup of chopped onion (160g)
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 cup of marinara sauce (250g)
- 1 cup of ricotta cheese (246g)
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
- 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese (56g)
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ziti according to the package instructions.
- In a large skillet, sauté the bell peppers, zucchini, onion, and garlic until tender.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, ricotta, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the cooked ziti with the vegetable mixture.
- Spoon the mixture into a baking dish and sprinkle with mozzarella.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is rich in fiber, which helps to regulate blood sugar levels, and is packed with vegetables to provide essential vitamins and minerals. The cheese provides a good source of calcium, important for bone health. The recipe is also low in sugar, helping to manage insulin levels, which is crucial for those with PCOS.
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