PCOS Italian Keto Recipes: Dinner - Italian Meatballs with Zoodles - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Italian Keto Recipes: Dinner - Italian Meatballs with Zoodles is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 450 calories, 35g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 35 minutes. High in fiber (4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

450 Calories

35g Protein

10g Carbs

30g Fat

Grocery list: Ground beef, almond flour, Parmesan cheese, large egg, garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, zucchinis, olive oil, marinara sauce. GI: Low.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (450g)
1/2 cup almond flour (50g)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (25g)
1 large egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 medium zucchinis
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup marinara sauce (no sugar added) (240ml)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, almond flour, Parmesan, egg, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Form into 1-inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
While meatballs are baking, spiralize zucchinis into 'zoodles'.
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add zoodles and cook for 2-3 minutes, until just tender.
Heat marinara sauce in a small saucepan.
Serve meatballs over zoodles with marinara sauce.

This PCOS-friendly recipe is rich in protein and healthy fats, which can help regulate blood sugar levels and promote satiety. The low GI of the ingredients makes it ideal for those with PCOS. The recipe is also high in vitamins A and C, which are important for immune function and skin health. The zucchini provides a good source of potassium, which can help lower blood pressure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Italian Keto Recipes: Dinner - Italian Meatballs with Zoodles good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Italian Keto Recipes: Dinner - Italian Meatballs with Zoodles recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 450 calories per serving with 35g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Italian Keto Recipes: Dinner - Italian Meatballs with Zoodles?

This recipe takes about 35 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 20 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, 35g protein (31%), 10g carbs, 30g fat. Plus 4g 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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