Springy Shells - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 16 ounces, weight Pasta Shells (medium) Or Other Short Pasta
- 1 pound Asparagus, Cut Into 1 1/2 Inch Pieces, Discard Tough Pieces
- 1/2 pound Broccoli, Cut Into Small Florets
- 1/2 pound Zucchini (about 1 Medium Zucchini) Diced
- 1/2 cup Frozen Peas
- 3 whole Green Onions Sliced (white & Light Green Parts)
- 3 cloves Garlic, Minced
- 4 Tablespoons Butter
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 20 ounces, weight Ricotta Cheese (20 - 22 Ozs.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 2 whole Eggs
- 1-1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- Black Pepper, Freshly Ground
- Extra Olive Oil For Drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook pasta until extremely al dente—with still quite a bit of bite.
- Melt butter with the olive oil over medium-low to medium heat, then add in the garlic. Add the asparagus to the pan and cook for five minutes. Sprinkle in a little salt.
- Add the broccoli and cook for one minute, then add the zucchini and cook for one or two more minutes. Add the frozen peas, still together then turn off the heat. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta, eggs, salt, and pepper until well combined.
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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