Spinach-Artichoke Pizza - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Spinach-Artichoke Pizza is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 loaf soft French or Italian bread
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 1/4 c. shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1 package frozen chopped spinach
- 8 oz. reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel)
- 1/3 c. fat-free Greek yogurt
- 1/3 c. grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 clove garlic
- 1 package frozen artichokes
- 1 lemon
- snipped chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut bread in half lengthwise, then cut each piece in half across. With hands, press bread to flatten. Line large cookie sheet with foil.
- Arrange bread, cut sides up, on prepared pan. Brush with oil and sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella. Bake 5 to 7 minutes or until cheese melts.
- In large bowl, stir together spinach, cream cheese, yogurt, Parmesan, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper until combined. Divide mixture among pieces of bread, spreading evenly. Top with artichokes and remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella. Bake 12 to 18 minutes or until golden brown.
- Grate peel of half of lemon over pizzas. Garnish with chives.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Spinach.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and an...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Spinach-Artichoke Pizza 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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