Risotto with Scallions, Mushrooms, and Spinach - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Risotto with Scallions, Mushrooms, and Spinach
Servings: 4
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Risotto can be quicker and easier than you'd think, and it makes a deliciously creamy base for this hearty vegetarian dish.

Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 medium onion
  • kosher salt
  • Pepper
  • 2 clove garlic
  • 3/4 c. arborio rice
  • 3/4 c. dry white wine
  • 3 1/2 c. low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1/4 c. grated Romano cheese
  • 1 package button mushrooms
  • 4 c. baby spinach
  • 2 scallions

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  2. Add the rice and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the wine and simmer until absorbed, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the broth and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and creamy and the broth has been absorbed, 18 to 20 minutes. Stir in the Romano.
  3. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a second large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, season with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, tossing occasionally, until golden brown and tender, about 5 minutes. Fold the mushrooms into the risotto along with the spinach and scallions. Top with additional Romano, if desired.

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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