Penne with Hazelnut Gremolata and Roasted Broccolini - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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Protein
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Carbs
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Recipe by Diane Rossen Worthington
The slight bitterness of the roasted broccolini balances the richness of the duck breast.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound broccolini, thick stalks cut in half lengthwise
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 tablespoons hazelnuts, toasted, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley
- 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel
- 1 garlic clove, pressed
- 1/4 pound penne (about scant 1 1/4 cups)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 °F. Place broccolini on large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss, then spread in even layer.
- Roast broccolini until tender and golden brown around edges, tossing occasionally, about 18 minutes. Cool. Chop coarsely. DO AHEAD: Can be made 4 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
- Mix hazelnuts, chopped parsley, finely grated lemon peel, and garlic in small bowl. DO AHEAD: Gremolata can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
- Cook pasta in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain; return to saucepan. Add broccolini and toss over medium heat to rewarm. Transfer to medium bowl. Add gremolata and remaining 1 tablespoon oil; toss to distribute evenly. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Lemon, Nuts.
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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