Easy Fettucine Alfredo - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Recipe by Jackie
A quick, easy, and delicious low calorie Alfredo sauce that the family will love! Garnish with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces dry fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup evaporated skim milk
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 1/2 lemons, juiced
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; immediately return to pan. Add olive oil; toss to coat. Add evaporated milk, 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, dried basil, lemon juice, and pepper. Cook over medium-high heat until bubbly, stirring constantly. Top with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Basil.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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