Flatbread Pizzas with Pesto, Corn, Goat Cheese and Sundried Tomatoes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Flatbread Pizzas with Pesto, Corn, Goat Cheese and Sundried Tomatoes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 c. basil leaves
- 1/4 c. pine nuts
- 1/4 c. grated Parmesan
- 2 small cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 c. plus 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 2 ears corn, kernels removed
- 4 whole-wheat naan flatbreads
- 4 oz. goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 c. oil-packed sundried tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. In a food processor, pulse basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, and garlic. With motor running, add 1/4 cup olive oil and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss corn with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place flatbreads on a baking sheet and spoon over pesto. Top with goat cheese, corn, and sundried tomatoes.
- Bake until cheese is beginning to melt and flatbreads are golden, 8 to10 minutes.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts, Basil.
Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Flatbread Pizzas with Pesto, Corn, Goat Cheese and Sundried Tomatoes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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