Fava Minestrone with Herbed Ricotta Crostini - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

Lunch

This Fava Minestrone with Herbed Ricotta Crostini is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Todd English Topped with cheesy crostini, this robust Italian soup is perfect for family dinners and lunch the next day — if there's any left.

Ingredients

1/4 c. olive oil
1 c. peeled, diced carrots
1 c. chopped yellow onion
1 c. chopped celery
1/4 lb. pancetta
3 tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tsp. chopped fresh rosemary
2 qt. chicken broth
2 c. cooked fresh (or frozen) fava beans
2 c. Cooked chickpeas
1 c. chiffonade-cut spinach
2 c. peas
Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

To make the Minestrone: In a large, heavy pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the carrot, onion, and celery and cook, stirring often, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the onion is translucent. Add the pancetta and cook, stirring often, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until crispy. Add the parsley, rosemary, and chicken broth, raise the heat to high, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes to blend the flavors. Add the fava beans, chickpeas, spinach, and peas and cook for 5 minutes, or until all the ingredients are heated through. Season with salt and pepper.
To make the Crostini: Preheat the broiler while the minestrone is simmering. In a bowl, combine the ricotta, Parmesan, parsley, and basil and stir until smooth. Brush both sides of the bread slices with the olive oil, season both sides with salt and pepper, and arrange on a rimmed baking sheet. Slip under the broiler and broil, turning once, for 1 to 2 minutes on each side, or until golden and crunchy. Spoon the cheese mixture onto the bread slices.
To serve: Divide the soup among warmed bowls, and sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Top each bowl with a crostino, and finish each bowl with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fava Minestrone with Herbed Ricotta Crostini good for PCOS?

Yes, this Fava Minestrone with Herbed Ricotta Crostini 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 8 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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