Rigatoni With Brussels Sprouts, Parmesan, Lemon, and Leek - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Rigatoni With Brussels Sprouts, Parmesan, Lemon, and Leek is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound brussels sprouts
- 1 large leek, white and pale-green parts only
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for serving
- Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
- 1 lemon, zest removed with a vegetable peeler, cut into very thin strips
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 12 ounces rigatoni
- 2 ounces Parmesan, finely grated, plus more for serving
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Trim brussels sprouts with a paring knife, then snap off several dark outer leaves from each; set aside. Cut sprouts into quarters (or halve if very small). Starting at root end, cut half of leek into 1/2"-thick rings, then chop remaining leek.
- Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium. Add brussels sprout quarters and leek rings; season with salt and pepper and cook undisturbed until deep golden brown, about 3 minutes. Toss and continue to cook, tossing occasionally, until browned all over and tender, about 3 minutes more. Transfer to a medium bowl.
- Set aside a little lemon zest for serving and add remaining zest along with chopped leek, garlic, and 2 Tbsp. oil to same skillet. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring often, until garlic and leek are golden, about 4 minutes. Add wine, bring to a boil, and cook until skillet is almost dry, about 3 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until very al dente, 8 –10 minutes; drain, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid.
- Add pasta to skillet along with reserved brussels sprout leaves, brussels sprout quarters and leek rings, and 1/2 cup pasta cooking liquid; toss to combine. Bring to a simmer, then gradually add 2 oz. Parmesan, tossing constantly. Cook, shaking skillet to toss pasta and adding more pasta cooking liquid as needed, until pasta is al dente and sauce is thickened and glossy, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide pasta among bowls. Top with more Parmesan and pepper and reserved lemon zest; drizzle with oil. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Rigatoni With Brussels Sprouts, Parmesan, Lemon, and Leek 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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