This PCOS Italian Keto Recipes: Dinner - Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 300 calories, 25g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.
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Ingredients
Instructions
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Spiralize the zucchinis to make zucchini noodles.
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Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
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Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for a minute.
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Add the shrimp and cook until pink.
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Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
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In the same pan, add the lemon juice, chicken broth, and white wine. Bring to a simmer.
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Add the zucchini noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes.
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Return the shrimp to the pan and toss to combine.
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Season with salt and pepper and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Why this PCOS Italian Keto Recipes: Dinner - Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles works for PCOS
With 25g of protein per serving (about 33% of calories), this PCOS Italian Keto Recipes: Dinner - Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles sits at the top end of the 25-35g per-meal range that the 2023 International PCOS Guideline recommends for managing insulin resistance and supporting lean mass. Higher-protein meals also blunt the glucose response when carbohydrates are included, which matters for women with PCOS because chronic insulin elevation drives androgen excess and irregular cycles.
At 10g of carbohydrates per serving, this PCOS Italian Keto Recipes: Dinner - Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles is on the lower-carb end, which suits women with PCOS who have confirmed insulin resistance or who notice strong post-meal energy crashes. Pair lower-carb meals like this with a generous portion of non-starchy vegetables to keep fibre intake up.
Fat makes up about 45% of calories in this dish. Dietary fat plays a load-bearing role in PCOS because sex hormones are synthesised from cholesterol, and very-low-fat eating can suppress hormone production over time. The 2023 PCOS guideline does not specify a strict fat target, but most clinicians recommend at least 25-35% of calories from a mix of monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and saturated sources.
Evening meals affect overnight insulin and morning blood sugar more than most women realise. Keeping dinner protein-forward and finishing eating at least 2-3 hours before bed gives your body time to clear glucose before the overnight fast, which improves morning fasting insulin readings.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Shrimp, Zucchini, Lemon, Olive Oil.
Yes, shrimp is a PCOS-friendly protein. It is high in lean protein, very low in carbohydrates and calories, and has no glycemic impact, making it ideal for blood sugar control.Protein helps blunt blood sugar spikes and keeps you full, which supports weight and insulin management in PCOS. Shrimp also provides selenium, iodine, and a modest amount of omega-3 fatty acids that support thyroid and hormone health.Grill, saute, or steam it and pair with vegetables and a healthy fat. Avoid breaded or de...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this PCOS Italian Keto Recipes: Dinner - Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 300 calories per serving with 25g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.
This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 15 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.
Per serving: 300 calories, 25g protein (33%), 10g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 2g 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 300 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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