Summer Pesto Penne - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Summer Pesto Penne is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 c. parsley leaves
- 1/2 c. mint leaves
- 1/3 c. walnut halves
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice
- 2 clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. Pepper
- 1/3 c. olive oil
- 1/4 c. water
- 1 lb. penne
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 2 c. frozen peas
- 1/3 c. ricotta cheese
Instructions
- Heat large covered saucepot salted water to boiling on high.
- Meanwhile, make pesto: In food processor, pulse 1 cup packed parsley leaves; 1/2 cup packed mint leaves; 1/3 cup walnut halves; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, smashed; 1/2 teaspoon salt; and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until almost smooth. With motor running, slowly add 1/3 cup olive oil, then 1/4 cup water until smooth.
- Cook 1 pound penne as label directs, but 4 minutes before penne is done cooking, add asparagus. Then, 2 minutes before penne is done, add 2 cups frozen peas. Drain.
- Toss pasta mixture with pesto and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Top with 1/3 cup ricotta cheese.
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 Summer Pesto Penne 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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