PCOS Pasta - Whole Wheat Penne with Roasted Vegetables - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Pasta - Whole Wheat Penne with Roasted Vegetables
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Pasta - Whole Wheat Penne with Roasted Vegetables is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 550 calories, 25g protein, and 75g carbs per serving. Ready in 40 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

550 Calories
25g Protein
75g Carbs
20g Fat
Grocery list: whole wheat penne, bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, olive oil, garlic, low-sodium tomato sauce, parmesan cheese. This recipe is low GI, with whole wheat penne (GI 37) and vegetables (GI 15-30).

Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole wheat penne (200g)
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers (150g)
  • 1 cup chopped zucchini (124g)
  • 1 cup chopped eggplant (82g)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30ml)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium tomato sauce (123g)
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (25g), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
  2. Toss vegetables in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
  4. While vegetables are roasting, cook penne according to package instructions.
  5. Drain penne and return to pot.
  6. Add roasted vegetables, minced garlic, and tomato sauce to penne. Stir to combine.
  7. Serve hot, topped with grated parmesan cheese.
This PCOS-friendly pasta dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for managing PCOS. The whole wheat penne is a great source of fiber, which helps regulate blood sugar levels. The colorful vegetables provide a variety of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C and potassium. The olive oil is a good source of healthy fats, which are essential for hormone balance. This meal is designed to be fast and easy to prepare, empowering you to take control of your health and diet. Enjoy the variety and regular updates of our PCOS-friendly recipes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Pasta - Whole Wheat Penne with Roasted Vegetables recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 550 calories per serving with 25g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 10g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

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.

Per serving: 550 calories, 25g protein (18%), 75g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 10g 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 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.

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