Lunch: Butternut Squash Pizza with White Sauce, Spinach, and Goat Cheese Recipe | Myrecipes

Recipe by Laura Zapalowski Try swapping out the goat cheese for feta or Gorgonzola to switch up the flavor profile.

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Spinach

Health benefits of Butternut Squash Pizza with White Sauce, Spinach, and Goat Cheese Recipe | Myrecipes

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.

Ingredients

2 cups precut peeled butternut squash (about 12 ounces)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 (8-ounce) prebaked thin pizza crust (such as Mama Mary's)
5 tablespoons refrigerated light alfredo sauce
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
6 cups fresh baby spinach
1 ounce goat cheese, crumbled (about 1/4 cup)
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Preheat oven to 450 °.
Place squash in a large microwave-safe dish; add water to a depth of 1/2 inch. Cover with plastic wrap; microwave at HIGH 5 minutes. Drain and toss squash with 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt.
While squash cooks, place pizza crust on a baking sheet; spread alfredo sauce over crust.
Heat oil in a nonstick skillet. Add spinach; sauté 1 minute. Stir in remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt. Arrange wilted spinach over sauce. Top with squash and goat cheese; sprinkle with pepper.
Bake pizza in bottom third of oven at 450 ° for 6 minutes. Turn oven to broil; cook pizza 1 additional minute or until crust is crispy. Cut pizza into 8 wedges, and serve immediately.

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