Sicilian "drowned" Broccoli - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 pounds broccoli
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 large white onions, thinly sliced
- 6 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 4 ounces caciocavallo or sharp provolone cheese (about 3/4 cup), finely diced
- 16 brine-cured black olives (such as Kalamata), pitted, coarsely chopped
- 10 anchovy fillets, chopped
- 3/4 cup dry red wine
Instructions
- Cut stalks from broccoli. Peel stalks, cut into 3-inch segments and thinly slice lengthwise. Separate broccoli crowns into florets. Heat olive oil in heavy large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add broccoli stalks and florets, sliced onions and chopped fresh parsley and sauté until onions are tender, about 10 minutes. Mix in cheese, chopped olives and anchovy fillets. Stir mixture 2 minutes. Add dry red wine and stir mixture to blend well. Reduce heat to low, cover Dutch oven and simmer 45 minutes.
- Uncover Dutch oven and cook broccoli until very tender and wine evaporates, about 15 minutes longer. Season broccoli to taste with salt and pepper and serve.
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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