Italian Sausage and Spinach Orecchiette - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 12 oz. orecchiette or other short pasta
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 lb. Italian sausage
- 1 bunch spinach
- 2 c. Basic Marinara (see recipe below) or your favorite jarred marinara sauce
- 1/4 c. part-skim ricotta cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add the spinach, season with 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper and cook, tossing for 1 minute.
- Add the marinara sauce and simmer until heated through, about 3 minutes. Toss the sauce with the pasta and serve with a dollop of ricotta cheese.
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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