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PCOS Eggplant Parmesan - Grilled Eggplant Parmesan Stacks - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Eggplant Parmesan - Grilled Eggplant Parmesan Stacks
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Eggplant Parmesan - Grilled Eggplant Parmesan Stacks is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 18g protein, and 30g carbs per serving. Ready in 45 minutes. High in fiber (10g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories
18g Protein
30g Carbs
15g Fat
This recipe includes eggplant, marinara sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper. The eggplant has a low GI, making it a great choice for those with PCOS.

Ingredients

  • 1 large eggplant (1.5 lbs or 680g)
  • 1 cup marinara sauce (240 ml)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (120g)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml), salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
  2. Slice eggplant into 1/2 inch thick rounds. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill eggplant slices for 5-7 minutes on each side.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  5. Layer eggplant slices, marinara sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan in a baking dish.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
This PCOS-friendly Eggplant Parmesan is a delicious and nutritious meal that can help manage your symptoms. The eggplant is a low GI food, which can help regulate blood sugar levels. The cheese provides calcium and protein, while the olive oil provides healthy fats. This meal is also rich in fiber, which can help with digestion and satiety. Enjoy this comforting meal and take control of your health.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Eggplant Parmesan - Grilled Eggplant Parmesan Stacks recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 18g 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 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: 350 calories, 18g protein (21%), 30g carbs, 15g 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 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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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