PCOS Pasta Alternatives - Zucchini Noodle Primavera - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Pasta Alternatives - Zucchini Noodle Primavera
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Pasta Alternatives - Zucchini Noodle Primavera is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 320 calories, 15g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (5g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

320 Calories
15g Protein
45g Carbs
12g Fat
Grocery list: zucchinis, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, fresh basil. This recipe has a low GI due to the use of zucchini instead of traditional pasta.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchinis (spiralized)
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup of sliced bell peppers
  • 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil, Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add bell peppers and cherry tomatoes, cook until softened.
  4. Add spiralized zucchini, cook for 2-3 minutes until tender.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
This PCOS-friendly recipe is packed with nutrients important for managing PCOS symptoms. The zucchini provides a low-GI alternative to pasta, helping to control blood sugar levels. The bell peppers and tomatoes are rich in vitamin C, which can help with hormone regulation. The olive oil provides healthy monounsaturated fats, which can help with weight management. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, offering a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Pasta Alternatives - Zucchini Noodle Primavera recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 320 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.

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 10 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 320 calories, 15g protein (19%), 45g carbs, 12g fat. Plus 5g 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 320 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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