Cheese Flautas with Cilantro Pesto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Cheese Flautas with Cilantro Pesto is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Crispy corn shells stuffed with gooey cheese make a delicious, easy-to-eat starter for a Mexican-themed feast. Or, serve as a vegetarian main alongside a fresh green salad.

Ingredients

1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
2 clove garlic
3/4 c. pepitas (green hulled pumpkin seeds)
1 c. loosely packed cilantro leaves
Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
Coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
8 corn tortillas
2 c. grated Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 c. peanut oil

Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a sauté pan over medium-low. Cook garlic until golden, 1 minute. Add pepitas; cook, tossing, until toasted, 2 to 3 minutes. Pulse to a paste in a food processor. Add cilantro, lime juice, and remaining olive oil; pulse until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Spread some pesto on a softened tortilla; top with cheese. Roll up; place seam side down. Cover with a damp kitchen towel. Repeat.
Heat peanut oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Fry flautas in 2 batches, seam sides down, 1 minute. Using tongs, roll to brown evenly, cooking 1 minute more. Drain on paper towels, dabbing tops to remove excess oil. Looking for more dinner options? Check out our pork chop recipes, chicken recipes, and potato recipes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cheese Flautas with Cilantro Pesto good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cheese Flautas with Cilantro Pesto recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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