Roasted Asparagus Carbonara - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and quartered
- 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 12 oz. linguine or spaghetti
- 4 slices bacon, preferably thick-cut
- 2 large eggs plus 2 egg yolks
- 1/4 c. grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400 degrees F. On a large baking sheet toss asparagus with oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast until tender and charred, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain half the fat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and egg yolks, and Parmesan. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- To skillet with remaining bacon fat, add cooked linguine and egg mixture and stir until coated. Add enough pasta water to make a loose creamy sauce. Stir in roasted asparagus and bacon and serve.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Asparagus.
Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many women of reproductive age. This nutrient-dense vegetable offers a myriad of health benefits that align perfectly with the dietary needs of those managing PCOS, making it an essential addition to their diet. Rich in a variety of vitamins and minerals, asparagus is particularly high in folate, vitamins A, C, E, and K, and has significant levels of chromium—a trace mineral that enha...
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