Lemony Shrimp and Asparagus Spaghetti - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Lemony Shrimp and Asparagus Spaghetti is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 12 oz. spaghetti
- 2 tbsp. butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bunch asparagus, stalks trimmed and quartered
- 1 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 c. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 lemons, thinly sliced
- 1/4 c. grated Parmesan
- 2 tbsp. heavy cream
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic and stir until fragrant, then add asparagus and cook until just tender, 4 to 5 minutes, then add shrimp and cook until pink, 3 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper. Add lemon juice, lemon slices, Parmesan, and heavy cream and let simmer, then add cooked spaghetti.
- Toss until coated, then add pasta water until sauce is creamy.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Asparagus.
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. Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many wome...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Lemony Shrimp and Asparagus Spaghetti recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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