Creamy Fettuccine Alfredo with Broccoli - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 pound fettuccine pasta
- 1 (16 ounce) jar four-cheese Alfredo sauce (such as Classico®)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon ground black pepper (optional)
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (such as Kraft®), or more to taste
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Cook broccoli in the boiling water until bright green and tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain.
- Fill a large pot with water; add salt and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in fettuccine, bring back to a boil, and cook pasta, stirring 2 to 3 times using tongs, over medium heat until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and return pasta to pot.
- Mix broccoli, Alfredo sauce, butter, and black pepper into pasta using tongs. Transfer fettuccine Alfredo to a serving bowl and top with Parmesan 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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