Cheesy Vegetable Risotto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
- 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- 1 cup uncooked Arborio rice
- 1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (4 cups), warmed
- 1 bag (12 oz) frozen broccoli, carrots, cauliflower & cheese sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground pepper
Instructions
- In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat until butter is melted. Add onion and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until onion is tender.
- Stir in rice. Cook, stirring occasionally, until edges of kernels are translucent. Stir in 1/2 cup of the broth. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until broth is absorbed.
- Reduce heat to medium. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the broth; cook uncovered about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until broth is absorbed. Stir in another 1 cup of the broth; cook uncovered about 5 minutes longer, stirring frequently, until broth is absorbed.
- Stir in remaining 1 cup broth. Cook about 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is tender and mixture is creamy.
- Meanwhile, cook frozen vegetables as directed on bag. Stir vegetables, Parmesan cheese, parsley and pepper into rice mixture.
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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