Spinach and Artichoke Baked Pasta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 12 oz. short pasta
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 large onion
- kosher salt
- 4 clove garlic
- 3/4 c. lowfat sour cream
- 4 oz. lowfat cream cheese
- 1/2 c. grated Parmesan
- 2 tsp. lemon zest
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 package frozen leaf spinach
- 1 can artichoke hearts
- 4 oz. mozzarella
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid, then drain the pasta.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
- Heat broiler. In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, cream cheese, Parmesan, lemon zest, and lemon juice; Stir in the onion mixture.
- Add the pasta to the bowl and toss to coat. Stir in the spinach, artichokes and 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid (adding more liquid if the pasta seems dry). Fold in 1/2 cup mozzarella.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to a broiler-proof 2 1/2- to 3-quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and broil until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
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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