Spring Vegetable Soup Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium carrots, diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 large leek, trimmed and diced (about 2 cups)
- 1 celery stalk, diced (about 2/3 cup)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 5 cups unsalted chicken stock
- 1 pound very small red potatoes, quartered
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- 1 cup (1 1/2-inch) slices asparagus
- 1 (15-ounce) can unsalted cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1/4 cup torn fresh basil
- 1/2 ounce Parmesan cheese, shaved
Instructions
- Heat a large saucepan over medium heat. Add oil; swirl to coat. Add carrots, leek, and celery; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add salt, pepper, and garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add stock; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Add potatoes; reduce heat to medium, and simmer 8 minutes or until potatoes start to soften.
- Add peas, asparagus, and beans; simmer 4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add spinach, thyme, and basil; cook 1 minute. Ladle soup into bowls; top evenly with cheese.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Asparagus, 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. Asparagus stands out as...
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