Easy Pasta Primavera - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Easy Pasta Primavera
Servings: 4
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
This meatless entrée uses chicken broth and a little cornstarch instead of the usual cream and butter to make a tasty but lighter version of classic pasta primavera.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1 3/4 c. Swanson® Natural Goodness® Chicken Broth
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 c. broccoli florets
  • 2 medium carrots
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 medium tomato
  • 1/2 lb. thin spaghetti
  • 3 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Stir the cornstarch and 3/4 cup broth in a small bowl until the mixture is smooth.
  2. Heat the remaining broth, oregano, garlic powder, broccoli, carrots and onion in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  3. Stir the cornstarch mixture in the saucepan. Cook and stir until the mixture boils and thickens. Stir in the tomato. Add the spaghetti and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the cheese.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.

Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...

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