Spinach Gruyere Puff Pastry - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1 cup Gruyere cheese, grated
- 1 (17 1/2 oz) package frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
Instructions
- Drain spinach well, pressing between layers of paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook, for 5 minutes. Stir together spinach, mushrooms and cheese; set aside. Roll 1 pastry sheet into a 13x11-inch rectangle. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Brush 1/2 melted butter over pastry. Spread 1/2 spinach mixture over butter. Roll-up, jellyroll fashion, starting with the long side. Repeat procedure with remaining pastry sheet, butter, and spinach mixture. (Wrap rolls in plastic wrap and refrigerate up to two days, if desired.) Cut rolls into 1/4-inch thick slices. Place on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 ° for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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