PCOS Italian Recipes: Dinner - Eggplant Parmesan with Whole Wheat Pasta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 30 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Italian Recipes: Dinner - Eggplant Parmesan with Whole Wheat Pasta is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 20g protein, and 60g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

20g Protein

60g Carbs

15g Fat

This recipe includes a grocery list of eggplant, whole wheat pasta, marinara sauce, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried oregano. The Glycemic Index (GI) of whole wheat pasta is low, which is beneficial for managing PCOS.

Ingredients

1 medium eggplant
1 cup whole wheat pasta
1 cup marinara sauce
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400F.
Slice eggplant into 1/2 inch rounds.
Brush both sides of eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Cook pasta according to package instructions.
Layer baked eggplant slices in a baking dish, top with marinara sauce and cheeses.
Bake for another 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Serve with whole wheat pasta.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is rich in fiber, protein, and healthy fats, which are essential for managing PCOS symptoms. The eggplant provides a good source of fiber and potassium, while the whole wheat pasta is low in GI, helping to maintain blood sugar levels. The cheeses add a good amount of calcium and protein. This meal is not only delicious but also helps in empowering you with the control over your PCOS management.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Italian Recipes: Dinner - Eggplant Parmesan with Whole Wheat Pasta good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Italian Recipes: Dinner - Eggplant Parmesan with Whole Wheat Pasta recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 20g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 10g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Italian Recipes: Dinner - Eggplant Parmesan with Whole Wheat Pasta?

This recipe takes about 40 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 450 calories, 20g protein (18%), 60g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 10g 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 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.

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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