PCOS Vegetarian Italian Recipes: Dinner - Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Marinara - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
400
Calories
15g
Protein
60g
Carbs
10g
Fat
Grocery list: whole wheat spaghetti, marinara sauce, olive oil, garlic, fresh basil, salt, and pepper. The whole wheat spaghetti has a low Glycemic Index (GI), which is beneficial for PCOS.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of whole wheat spaghetti (100g)
- 1 cup of marinara sauce (240g)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil (15ml)
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves (6g), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to the package instructions.
- In a pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until golden.
- Add the marinara sauce to the pan and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
- Drain the spaghetti and mix it with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Whole wheat spaghetti is a great source of B vitamins, which help regulate the hormonal balance. The marinara sauce, rich in vitamin C, aids in iron absorption. Olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, known for their anti-inflammatory properties. This meal is not only easy to prepare but also empowers you to take control of your health with tasty, nutritious food.
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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