Spinach Pesto Penne with Shrimp and Peas - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
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Recipe by Lindsay Funston
Pesto nuts will love this fresh spring combo of spinach, basil, and sweet peas.
Ingredients
- 12 oz. penne
- 2 c. baby spinach
- 1 c. Fresh basil
- 1/3 c. plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 c. grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
- 1/4 c. pine nuts or almonds
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 lb. peeled and deveined medium shrimp
- 1 c. peas
- Crushed red chili flakes (optional), for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
- Meanwhile, make pesto: In a small food processor fitted with a metal blade, pulse spinach, basil, and 1/3 olive oil until combined. Add Parmesan, pine nuts or almonds, and garlic and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat remaining tablespoon olive oil. Add shrimp and cook until pink, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add pasta, pesto, and peas to skillet and toss until completely combined. Stir in 1/4 cup pasta water and stir until creamy.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and chili flakes (if using).
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Nuts, Basil.
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. Nuts are a natural sourc...
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