Low-Fat Fettuccine Alfredo - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb. dried fettucine
- 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 tbsp. butter
- 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil (plus more to coat pasta)
- 1 large onion, sliced into half moons
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Pinch of granulated sugar (optional)
- 1 c. plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt (preferably 2% or full-fat)
- 1 c. Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions. Add the broccoli to the pot during the last 2 minutes of the pasta cooking. Reserve 1 cup of cooking water. Drain pasta. Toss with olive oil and set aside.
- Cook the Onions: Heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, a pinch of sugar (if using) and salt to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelized—about 20 minutes. If the onions are browning to quickly, turn down the heat and add a splash of water.
- Make the Sauce: Meanwhile, whisk together cheese and yogurt in a medium bowl. When fully combined, add the reserved cooking liquid gradually until the mixture is smooth.
- When the onions are finished cooking, add the pasta and broccoli to the skillet and stir. Pour in the sauce and toss until fully combined, adding more pasta cooking liquid if the sauce is too thick. Squeeze lemon juice over pasta. Serve.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Lemon.
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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