PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Pasta with Avocado Cream Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 15 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Pasta with Avocado Cream Sauce is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 550 calories, 15g protein, and 70g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (8g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

550 Calories

15g Protein

70g Carbs

25g Fat

Grocery list: Brown rice pasta, ripe avocado, almond milk, garlic, fresh basil. The brown rice pasta has a low GI, making it a great choice for PCOS.

Ingredients

2 cups of brown rice pasta (US)
200 grams (Metric)
1 ripe avocado
1/2 cup of almond milk (US)
120 milliliters (Metric)
2 cloves of garlic, minced, Salt and pepper to taste, Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

Cook the brown rice pasta according to package instructions.
While pasta is cooking, blend the avocado, almond milk, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Drain the pasta and return to pot.
Pour the avocado sauce over the pasta and stir until well coated.
Serve with fresh basil garnish.

This PCOS-friendly pasta dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The brown rice pasta has a low GI, which helps regulate blood sugar levels. Avocado provides healthy fats and fiber, which are essential for hormone balance and weight management. This dish is also rich in vitamins and minerals like calcium, potassium, and iron, which are important for overall health. It's a quick and easy meal that gives you control over your diet and helps you feel empowered and optimistic about managing your PCOS.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Avocado, Basil.

Avocado is a nutrient-dense fruit that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals with PCOS. This creamy, versatile fruit is packed with healthy fats, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. But how exactly does avocado benefit those managing PCOS symptoms? Healthy Fats Avocado is rich in monounsaturated fats, which are known to improve heart health and reduce inflammation. These healthy fats help maintain stable blood sugar levels, which is crucial for managing insulin re...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Pasta with Avocado Cream Sauce good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Pasta with Avocado Cream Sauce recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 550 calories per serving with 15g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 8g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Pasta with Avocado Cream Sauce?

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.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 550 calories, 15g protein (11%), 70g carbs, 25g fat. Plus 8g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 550 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

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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