Asparagus-Parmesan Pita Rounds Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups (2-inch) sliced asparagus (about 1 pound)
- 2 teaspoons extravirgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 (6-inch) pitas
- 3 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced (about 1/2 pound)
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons preshredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven 450 °.
- Steam asparagus, covered, 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse with cold water; drain.
- Combine oil and garlic. Brush over pitas. Arrange tomato slices and asparagus on pitas. Sprinkle with basil, pepper, and salt. Top evenly with Parmesan cheese. Bake at 450 º for 7 to 8 minutes or until edges are golden.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Asparagus, Basil.
Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many women of reproductive age. This nutrient-dense vegetable offers a myriad of health benefits that align perfectly with the dietary needs of those managing PCOS, making it an essential addition to their diet. Rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, asparagus is particularly high in folate, vitamins A, C, E, and K, and has significant levels of chromium—a trace mineral that enha...
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