Spaghetti with Pistachio-Mint Pesto and Spinach Recipe | Myrecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Lunch

This Spaghetti with Pistachio-Mint Pesto and Spinach Recipe | Myrecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Maureen Callahan This meatless meal definitely doesn't skimp on flavor. With a bright and fresh spring pesto and lots of healthy spinach, getting your greens has never been so easy.

Ingredients

1/3 cup packed fresh mint
1/3 cup packed fresh basil
1/3 cup packed fresh parsley
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)
2 small garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup shelled dry-roasted, unsalted pistachios
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/3 cup finely chopped shallots
4 cups unsalted vegetable stock
12 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti or linguine (such as Wild Oats)
1 (5-ounce) package fresh baby spinach, cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips
3 ounces Burrata cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped shelled dry-roasted, unsalted pistachios
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)

Instructions

Combine first 7 ingredients in a mini chopper; add 1/4 cup pistachios, and process until finely chopped. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt; pulse to combine. Add 3 tablespoons oil; process until blended.
Heat a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil to pan; swirl to coat. Stir in shallots; sauté 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in stock, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pasta; bring to a boil. Cook 10 minutes or until pasta is done, stirring occasionally. Remove pan from heat. Stir in pesto and spinach. Divide pasta mixture among 6 shallow bowls; top evenly with Burrata, and drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Sprinkle with chopped pistachios and crushed red pepper, if desired.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Spinach, Basil.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spaghetti with Pistachio-Mint Pesto and Spinach Recipe | Myrecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Spaghetti with Pistachio-Mint Pesto and Spinach Recipe | Myrecipes 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 6 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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