Italian Wedding Soup with Turkey Meatballs - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 c. panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
- 2 tsp. fennel seeds
- 1 Garlic clove, minced
- 1 shallot, chopped
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 egg
- 1 lb. ground turkey
- 1 c. tubetti, or any small pasta shape
- 32 oz. low-sodium chicken stock
- 15 oz. can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 c. baby spinach, washed and dried
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl combine panko, fennel seeds, garlic, shallot, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add 1 teaspoon oil, egg, and turkey; mix by hand until just incorporated. Make mini meatballs about 1" or smaller and place on parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and bake until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring medium pot of water to boil and generously season with salt. Cook pasta according to package directions.
- In a large stock pot add chicken stock and beans. Bring to a boil and simmer on low. When meatballs are done baking, transfer to stock pot. Drain pasta and add to the soup. Just before serving, add spinach and stir until greens are wilted. Season with pepper and serve immediately.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
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.
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