Steamed Broccoli with Sautéed Garlic and Lemon - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
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Steamed broccoli served up with garlic and lemon its the perfect compliment to any meal.
Ingredients
- 3 bag broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp. olive oil
- 3 clove garlic
- 1 tsp. grated fresh lemon peel
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- In wide-bottomed 6-quart covered saucepot, heat 3/4 inch water to boiling on high. Place steamer basket in saucepot; add half of broccoli florets. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook 10 minutes or until broccoli is just fork-tender. Transfer broccoli to large serving bowl. Repeat with remaining broccoli.
- Meanwhile, in small skillet, heat oil on medium 1 minute. Add garlic and cook about 5 minutes or until garlic just begins to turn golden. Remove skillet from heat.
- Toss broccoli with lemon peel, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and oil-garlic mixture until coated.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Lemon.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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