Loaded-with-Veggies Soup - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 can cannellini beans
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 large onion
- 6 clove garlic
- 2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning
- Kosher salt and pepper
- 1 bulb fennel or 4 stalks celery
- 1/2 small butternut squash
- 1 medium zucchini
- 8 oz. broccoli rabe (thick stems removed)
- 1 c. frozen peas
- Olive oil and crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
- In a food processor, working in batches if necessary, purée the beans and diced tomatoes (and their juices). Transfer the mixture to a 6-qt pot.
- Add the onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper and 4 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Add the fennel, squash, zucchini, and broccoli rabe and simmer, until vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in the peas and simmer until heated through. Serve the soup drizzled with olive oil and crusty bread, if desired.
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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