Mini Spinach Quiches in Crispy Prosciutto Cups - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Mini Spinach Quiches in Crispy Prosciutto Cups is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 6 slices prosciutto, halved
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- 3 ounces (2 cups compacted) baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 3 eggs, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup mascarpone cheese, at room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- Pinch freshly ground pepper
- Small pinch ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Making the prosciutto cups: Line 12 mini-muffin cups with the halved prosciutto slices. Making the spinach: Heat the olive oil in a large saute pan and cook the garlic over medium-high heat until golden, about 30 seconds. Add the spinach and saute, stirring continuously until the spinach just begins to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Making the eggs: Add the eggs, mascarpone, lemon zest, pepper and nutmeg to a large measuring cup with a spout. With a hand-held blender, puree for 30 seconds. Making the quiche: Divide the sauteed spinach among the prosciutto cups. Pour the egg mixture carefully over the spinach. Sprinkle each cup with the chives. Bake the cups until the eggs are cooked and the prosciutto is crispy, about 10 minutes. Serve warm.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Spinach.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and an...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Mini Spinach Quiches in Crispy Prosciutto Cups recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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