Creamy Asparagus and Bacon Risotto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Creamy Asparagus and Bacon Risotto is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, chopped (preferably thick cut)
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 c. arborio rice
- 4 c. low-sodium chicken broth
- 3/4 c. dry white wine
- 1 bunch asparagus, stalks trimmed and cut into thirds
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a pot over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and drain. Add onion to bacon fat and cook until soft, 5 minutes, then add garlic and cook until fragrant, 2 minutes more. Add rice and stir until combined, then add 1 cup chicken broth.
- Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until broth is completely absorbed. When it's absorbed, add wine. Stir until fully absorbed, then add broth in 1 cup measures until rice is tender and creamy, about 30 minutes. Add asparagus and let cook until tender, 6 minutes.
- Stir in bacon and season generously with salt and pepper.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Creamy Asparagus and Bacon Risotto recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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