PCOS Vegan Italian Recipes: Lunch - Eggplant Rollatini with Marinara - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
350
Calories
12g
Protein
45g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Grocery list: Eggplant, marinara sauce, vegan ricotta cheese, fresh basil, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. The eggplant has a low GI, making it perfect for a PCOS diet.
Ingredients
- 1 large eggplant (sliced lengthwise
- 1/4 inch thick)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup vegan ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F.
- Grill eggplant slices until tender.
- Spread marinara sauce at the bottom of a baking dish.
- Spread vegan ricotta on each eggplant slice, roll up, and place in the dish.
- Top with remaining marinara and nutritional yeast.
- Bake for 25 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
This PCOS-friendly vegan lunch recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. Eggplant is a low GI food, helping to regulate blood sugar levels. The vegan ricotta provides a good source of protein, while the marinara sauce is rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant. This meal is easy to prepare, providing a sense of control and empowerment in managing your PCOS diet.
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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