Orecchiette with Corn, Basil, and Pine Nuts - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Orecchiette with Corn, Basil, and Pine Nuts is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh corn (from about 4 ears)
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, softened, cut into pieces, plus more to taste
- 1 pound orecchiette
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- 2/3 cup torn fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
Instructions
- Combine corn and 4 Tbsp. butter in a large bowl.
- Cook orecchiette in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid, and add to corn mixture. Stir vigorously and add pasta cooking liquid and butter as needed to fully coat. Stir in basil, pepper, and remaining 1 tsp. salt.
- Transfer pasta to a serving bowl or platter and top with pine nuts. Serve immediately.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Nuts, Basil.
Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Orecchiette with Corn, Basil, and Pine Nuts recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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