Lemon Spaghetti with Toasted Breadcrumbs - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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Calories
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Protein
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Carbs
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Crispy panko and tart, tangy lemon add zest and life to this simple, from-the-pantry pasta.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. spaghetti
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 1/2 c. Italian-style panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest
- 1/3 c. olive oil
- 1 tbsp. garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp. lemon zest
- 1/2 c. Chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 1/3 c. coarsely chopped salted roasted almonds
- grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook dried spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain, and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Heat 2 teaspoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat; stir in breadcrumbs. Cook, stirring, until breadcrumbs are toasted, 3 minutes. Transfer crumbs to a small bowl; stir in 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest.
- Wipe out skillet; add 1/3 cup olive oil, garlic paste, and ground black pepper. Cook over low heat 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until oil is hot.
- Place pasta in a large bowl. Add hot garlic oil, fresh lemon juice, 2 teaspoon lemon zest, parsley, and almonds. Toss until evenly coated, adding a little pasta water to help the sauce stick. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.
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