Zucchini-Mushroom "Linguine" Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Zucchini-Mushroom "Linguine" Recipe | MyRecipes
Servings: 4
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Cutting zucchini into thin strips is easy and makes a fresh substitute for pasta. Add thinly sliced ribbons of salami for a meatier meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 (3.5-oz.) package fresh shiitake mushrooms*
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 shallot, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon table salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds small zucchini
  • 3 tablespoons thinly sliced chives
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1/3 cup chopped toasted, salted pecans
  • Freshly grated pecorino or Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cut stems from mushrooms and, if desired, reserve for another use. Cut mushroom caps into thin slices. Whisk together olive oil and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl. Stir in mushrooms; let stand 10 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, cut zucchini lengthwise into 1/8- to 1/4-inch-thick slices. Stack 2 or 3 slices on a cutting board, and cut lengthwise into thin strips (similar to linguine). Repeat with remaining zucchini.
  3. Toss zucchini in olive oil mixture. Let stand 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Fold in chives and basil. Transfer to a serving platter; sprinkle with pecans and cheese. Serve immediately.
  4. * 1/2 (8-oz.) package button mushrooms may be substituted.

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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