Orecchiette with White Beans and Spinach - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
This lightning-fast pasta only requires one pot—score!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 tsp. vegetable bouillon base (we used Better Than Bouillon)
- 12 oz. orecchiette or other short pasta
- 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
- 1 can small white beans, rinsed
- 2 c. baby spinach
- 1/2 c. finely grated Parmesan
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil and garlic in a large deep skillet over medium heat until garlic is lightly golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, add 4 cups water and whisk in bouillon base.
- Add orecchiette and thyme and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until orecchiette is firm-tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Fold in beans, spinach, Parmesan, and1 ⁄2 teaspoon pepper and cook until beans are heated through, about 2 minutes.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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