30-Minute Pistachio Pesto Tortellini - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This 30-Minute Pistachio Pesto Tortellini is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Kelly Senyei Skip the store-bought pasta salad in favor of a quick and easy recipe for pistachio pesto tortellini that can be served hot or cold.

Ingredients

4 cups lightly packed basil leaves
1/3 cup unsalted pistachios, toasted
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1 (20-oz.) package refrigerated cheese or meat tortellini

Instructions

In a blender, combine the basil leaves, toasted pistachios, Parmesan cheese, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Blend for 15 seconds, and then with the blender running, slowly stream in the olive oil. Continue blending the pesto, scraping down the sides as needed, until it is puréed. Taste and season the pesto with additional salt and pepper as desired. Set the pesto aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook according to package directions. Drain the tortellini and transfer them to a large bowl. While the tortellini are still hot, add the prepared pesto and toss to combine. Serve warm or chilled garnished with Parmesan cheese.

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 30-Minute Pistachio Pesto Tortellini good for PCOS?

Yes, this 30-Minute Pistachio Pesto Tortellini 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 4 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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