Alfredo Primavera - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Alfredo Primavera is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Feel free to substitute whatever vegetables are in season and freshest in your market when preparing this super-simple pasta dinner.

Ingredients

1 tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion
1 large carrot
1 1/2 c. broccoli florets and/or 1 1/2-inch pieces fresh asparagus
1 medium red bell pepper
2 clove garlic
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 jar Bertolli® Creamy Alfredo Sauce
1/2 c. water
8 oz. linguine or spaghetti

Instructions

Heat olive oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook onion and carrot, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Add broccoli and red pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Stir in garlic, salt, and black pepper and cook 30 seconds. Stir in sauce and water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes. Serve over hot linguine and garnish, if desired, with chopped fresh basil.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Asparagus.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alfredo Primavera good for PCOS?

Yes, this Alfredo Primavera 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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