Alfredo Primavera - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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.
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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