Green Pea Pesto Crostini with Prosciutto Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Green Pea Pesto Crostini with Prosciutto Recipe | Myrecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Kate Parham Kordsmeier Offering a bright pop of color and requiring next to no prep time, these tasty little toasts are equally ideal for special spring gatherings and casual afternoon snacking. You can assemble them up to 45 minutes before ser

Ingredients

1 (8-ounce) bag frozen green peas, thawed
1 cup fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 (1/4-inch-thick) slices French bread baguette, toasted
1/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 ounce very thinly sliced prosciutto, torn into 12 equal pieces
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Combine green peas, basil, and olive oil in the bowl of a food processor; pulse 8 to 10 times or until the mixture is almost smooth.
Spread pea mixture evenly over toasted baguette slices. Top each slice with 1 teaspoon ricotta cheese and 1 piece of prosciutto. Sprinkle evenly with black pepper.

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

Is Green Pea Pesto Crostini with Prosciutto Recipe | Myrecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Green Pea Pesto Crostini with Prosciutto Recipe | Myrecipes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. 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 6 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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