PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Spaghetti with Spinach Pesto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 15 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Spaghetti with Spinach Pesto is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 500 calories, 15g protein, and 65g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

500 Calories

15g Protein

65g Carbs

20g Fat

This recipe includes brown rice spaghetti, which has a lower glycemic index (GI) than regular pasta, and a homemade spinach pesto. The grocery list includes: brown rice spaghetti, fresh spinach, pine nuts, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Ingredients

1 cup of brown rice spaghetti (100g)
2 cups of fresh spinach (60g)
1/4 cup of pine nuts (35g)
2 cloves of garlic
1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil (60ml), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the brown rice spaghetti according to package instructions.
While the spaghetti is cooking, blend the spinach, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth.
Drain the spaghetti and return it to the pot.
Stir in the spinach pesto until the spaghetti is well coated.
Serve immediately.

This PCOS-friendly pasta dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The brown rice spaghetti has a lower GI, helping to maintain stable blood sugar levels. Spinach is high in magnesium, which can improve insulin resistance, and the pine nuts provide a good source of healthy fats. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, providing a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Spaghetti with Spinach Pesto good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Spaghetti with Spinach Pesto recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 500 calories per serving with 15g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 5g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Spaghetti with Spinach Pesto?

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: 500 calories, 15g protein (12%), 65g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 5g 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 500 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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