PCOS friendly Strozzapreti Carbonara - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 10 min

Cook: 20 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS friendly Strozzapreti Carbonara is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 550 calories, 25g protein, and 45g carbs per serving. Ready in 30 minutes. High in fiber (2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

550 Calories

25g Protein

45g Carbs

30g Fat

This recipe includes strozzapreti pasta, pancetta, eggs, and pecorino cheese. The low GI of the pasta and the high protein content of the eggs and pancetta make this a great meal for managing PCOS.

Ingredients

200g/7oz strozzapreti pasta
100g/3.5oz pancetta
2 large eggs
50g/1.7oz pecorino cheese, freshly ground black pepper, salt
2 cloves of garlic

Instructions

Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water.
Meanwhile, fry the pancetta in a hot pan until crispy.
Beat the eggs in a bowl, then add in the cheese.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it quickly, reserving some of the pasta water.
Add the hot pasta to the pancetta pan, then remove from heat.
Quickly pour in the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
Add extra pasta water if needed.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately.

This PCOS-friendly Strozzapreti Carbonara is a delicious and satisfying meal that can help manage your symptoms. The low GI of the pasta helps to prevent blood sugar spikes, while the high protein content of the eggs and pancetta can help to keep you feeling full. The addition of pecorino cheese provides a good source of calcium, which is important for bone health. This meal is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS friendly Strozzapreti Carbonara good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS friendly Strozzapreti Carbonara recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 550 calories per serving with 25g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS friendly Strozzapreti Carbonara?

This recipe takes about 30 minutes total. Prep time is 10 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: 550 calories, 25g protein (18%), 45g carbs, 30g fat. Plus 2g 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 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.

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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