Fettuccine with Broccoli Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomatoes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped toasted walnuts
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- 2 cloves garlic, halved
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 6 ounces whole-wheat fettuccine
- 6 soft sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), cut into thin slivers
- Grated zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain and run under cold running water, then drain again.
- Place the broccoli, basil, cheese, walnuts, 1/2 teaspoon salt, red pepper flakes and garlic in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add the broth and oil and process until smooth.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and transfer the fettuccine to a large bowl. Add the pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and lemon zest and toss to coat well.
- Per Serving: 286 Cal; 24 g Protein; 12 g Tot Fat; 3 g Sat Fat; 5 g Mono Fat; 28 g Carb; 4 g Fiber; 2 g Sugar; 160 mg Calcium; 4 mg Iron; 732 mg Sodium; 4 mg Cholesterol
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Lemon, Nuts, Walnuts, Basil.
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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