Grill-Roasted Vegetables with Pine Nut Pesto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 12

Lunch

This Grill-Roasted Vegetables with Pine Nut Pesto is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

1 pound carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound brussels sprouts, halved lengthwise
One 2 1/2-pound butternut squash—peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-by-1 1/2-inch pieces
2 large shallots, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
6 thyme sprigs
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Instructions

In a large bowl, toss the carrots and parsnip pieces with the brussels sprouts, butternut squash, shallots, thyme sprigs and 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Preheat a gas grill to high heat (about 425 °). Place 2 perforated grill pans directly on the grate to heat for about 10 minutes. Divide the vegetables between the grill pans and grill over high heat, stirring and turning occasionally, until they are tender and lightly charred in spots, about 50 minutes. Alternatively, roast the vegetables in a large roasting pan in a 425 ° oven, stirring them occasionally.
Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Add the pine nuts and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until they are lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add the butter and garlic and cook, stirring, until the pine nuts are browned and the garlic is golden, about 2 minutes. Let cool, then transfer to a mini processor. Add the grated cheese and the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil and pulse to a chunky puree. Season the pine nut pesto with salt.
Transfer the vegetables to a large bowl and toss with the pine nut pesto. Serve hot or warm.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grill-Roasted Vegetables with Pine Nut Pesto good for PCOS?

Yes, this Grill-Roasted Vegetables with Pine Nut Pesto recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 12 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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