Broccoli and Carrots with Toasted Almonds Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds
- 1 pound (1-inch) diagonally cut carrots (about 3 cups)
- 1 (12-ounce) bag broccoli florets (about 6 cups)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
- 1/2 cup Homemade Turkey Stock
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 °.
- Spread almonds in a single layer in a shallow pan. Bake at 350 ° for 7 minutes or until lightly browned and fragrant, stirring occasionally. Cool completely, and set aside.
- Place carrots in a large saucepan of boiling water; cook 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon. Plunge into ice water, and drain. Place broccoli in boiling water; cook 2 minutes. Drain and plunge into ice water; drain.
- Melt the butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots; sauté 2 minutes or until tender. Reduce heat to medium. Add carrots, broccoli, Homemade Turkey Stock, salt, and pepper; cover and cook 6 minutes or until carrots and broccoli are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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