Broccoli Vegetarian Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 small carrot
- 1 stalk celery stalk and leaves
- 1 small white onion
- 1 medium clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp. crushed dried marjoram
- 1/4 tsp. crushed and dried basil
- 1/2 c. vegetable stock
- 2 c. skim milk
- 2 c. coarsely chopped broccoli
- 1/2 c. vegetable-flavored pasta
- 1 c. unflavored yogurt or whipped sour cream for garnish
Instructions
- In a soup kettle or Dutch oven, combine the carrots, celery, onions, garlic, marjoram, basil, and stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover lightly, and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Add the milk and broccoli, and bring to a boil. Then reduce to a simmer, cover lightly, and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
- Remove from heat, and in the container of a blender or food processor, purée the soup, in batches, until smooth.
- Return to the pot, add the pasta, and heat through.
- Turn off the heat, and adjust the salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, with the nutmeg and yogurt as a garnish.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Basil.
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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