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Pesto Shrimp Skewers with Cauliflower Mash - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Pesto Shrimp Skewers with Cauliflower Mash
Servings: 4
Dinner

This Pesto Shrimp Skewers with Cauliflower Mash is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Judy Kim Serve herby grilled shrimp over a low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into small florets
  • kosher salt
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • 1/2 c. white wine
  • 1/2 c. heavy cream
  • 1/4 c. grated Parmesan
  • 3 tbsp. butter
  • 1 lb. extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • bamboo skewers, soaked in water
  • extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 c. pesto
  • 1/4 c. chopped fresh basil

Instructions

  1. Fill an 8-quart pot with cool water and cauliflower florets. Cover pot and bring to a boil. Season with salt and simmer until tender, about 15 to 18 minutes total. Smaller florets will speed up this step.
  2. Drain cauliflower in a colander and transfer back to the pot over medium heat; add grated garlic, white wine, and 1 cup water; season with 1 teaspoon salt. Stir and cover pot; simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off heat and add cream; smash with a potato masher until smooth. Fold in cheese and butter just before serving.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan on medium-high. Thread shrimp onto skewers. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill shrimp until lightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
  4. Serve shrimp skewers over bed of cauliflower mash. Drizzle pesto over shrimp. Garnish with fresh basil.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this Pesto Shrimp Skewers with Cauliflower Mash recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

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

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 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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