Pasta and White Beans with Broccoli Pesto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Pasta and White Beans with Broccoli Pesto is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- Coarse salt
- ground pepper
- 1 bunch broccoli
- 10 oz. short pasta, such as fusilli
- 5 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 oz. Parmesan
- 1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1/2 c. packed fresh parsley leaves
- 1/2 clove garlic
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook broccoli until tender and bright green, about 4 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer broccoli to a food processor. Return water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 2 cups pasta water; drain pasta and return to pot.
- To food processor, add oil, Parmesan, lemon zest and juice, parsley, and garlic. Purée until smooth, about 2 minutes, scraping down side as needed. Transfer pesto to pot with pasta. Stir to coat, adding enough reserved pasta water to make a creamy sauce. Stir in beans and heat over medium until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper. To serve, sprinkle with Parmesan, if desired. Looking for more quick and easy recipes? Check out our quick family-favorites, fast dinners for weeknights, and healthy recipes for less than $3 a serving.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Lemon.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Pasta and White Beans with Broccoli Pesto recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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