Red Pepper and Broccoli Risotto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 medium red bell peppers, chopped (2 cups)
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms (6 ounces)
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked Arborio or other short-grain rice
- 4 1/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from two 32-oz cartons) or vegetable broth
- 2 cups broccoli flowerets
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook onion, garlic, bell peppers and mushrooms in oil 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until onions are crisp-tender. Stir in rice. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Stir in 1/2 cup of the broth. Cook, stir-ring constantly, until liquid is completely absorbed. Stir in an additional 1/2 cup broth. Continue cooking about 20 minutes, adding broth 1/2 cup at a time after previous additions have been absorbed and stirring constantly, until rice is creamy and just tender; remove from heat. Stir in remaining ingredients. Let stand 1 minute.
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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