Baked Peas with Tarragon, Yogurt, and Pistachios

This Baked Peas with Tarragon, Yogurt, and Pistachios is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Eric Gower Frozen peas are a gift to the breakaway cook: their creamy, earthy goodness bursts with flavor, and they couldn’t be easier to store and prepare. The pesto-like tarragon emulsion, made even creamier by the addition of Greek yogurt, r

Ingredients

Servings 4

1 pound frozen baby peas
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh tarragon leaves
2 scallions, white and green parts, chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cup chopped pistachios

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 500˚F. Put the peas in a clay pot or a small Dutch oven and gently heat them on the stove until they thaw, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, put the tarragon, scallions, olive oil, yogurt, and 1/4 cup of the pistachios into a blender and puree. Gently mix into the peas, sprinkle the top with extra chopped pistachios, and bake for about 15 minutes—about the time the top will begin to brown. Remove and serve in your best serving bowl.

Why this Baked Peas with Tarragon, Yogurt, and Pistachios works for PCOS

Lunch is where most PCOS meal plans either succeed or collapse. A meal like this Baked Peas with Tarragon, Yogurt, and Pistachios that combines adequate protein, fibre-rich carbs, and fat keeps blood sugar stable for the rest of the workday and reduces the late-afternoon energy crash that drives sugar cravings around 3-4pm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baked Peas with Tarragon, Yogurt, and Pistachios good for PCOS?

Yes, this Baked Peas with Tarragon, Yogurt, and Pistachios recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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