Orecchiette with Broccoli Rabe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 12 ounces orecchiette or shell pasta
- 1 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed, chopped
- 2/3 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese (about 2 ounces)
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 ounce)
Instructions
- Heat oil in heavy small saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until beginning to color, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
- Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until beginning to soften, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add broccoli rabe and cook until pasta is just tender, but still firm to bite, about 3 minutes. Drain. Transfer pasta and broccoli rabe to large bowl. Pour garlic oil over. Sprinkle with cheeses and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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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