Lemon Zest Pasta - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 lb. spaghetti
- 1 1/2 c. basil leaves
- 1 tsp. lemon thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp. oregano leaves
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 2 tbsp. butter spread (like Bestlife Buttery Spread)
- 1/2 tsp. truffle salt (or kosher salt)
- 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
- 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions. Blend the herbs, olive oil, and lemon juice in a food processor. When pasta is al dente, drain and toss with herb mixture, butter spread, truffle salt, and black pepper. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and lemon zest.
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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