PCOS Keto Lasagna - Zucchini Lasagna with Beef and Ricotta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Keto Lasagna - Zucchini Lasagna with Beef and Ricotta
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Keto Lasagna - Zucchini Lasagna with Beef and Ricotta is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 550 calories, 35g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (3g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

550 Calories
35g Protein
10g Carbs
40g Fat
Grocery list: lean ground beef, medium zucchinis, ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, marinara sauce, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, garlic powder. GI: Zucchini (low), Beef (low), Cheese (low).

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef
  • 3 medium zucchinis
  • 1 cup (250g) ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup (100g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup (250ml) marinara sauce
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
  2. Slice zucchinis lengthwise into thin slices.
  3. In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned.
  4. Add marinara sauce, salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder to the beef and simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. In a baking dish, layer zucchini slices, beef mixture, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
This PCOS-friendly Keto Lasagna is a delicious way to enjoy a classic Italian dish while keeping your carbs low. Zucchini, a low GI food, replaces traditional pasta, helping to control blood sugar levels. The lean beef provides protein, while the cheeses offer a good source of calcium. The dish is also rich in vitamins A and C, which are important for overall health and immunity. This recipe is easy to prepare, offering a sense of empowerment and control over your diet, and the variety it brings to your meal plan can provide a sense of optimism and relief.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Keto Lasagna - Zucchini Lasagna with Beef and Ricotta recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 550 calories per serving with 35g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 3g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 45 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 30 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 550 calories, 35g protein (25%), 10g carbs, 40g fat. Plus 3g 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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