Peas and Pea Shoots with Spring Onions and Mint - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Peas and Pea Shoots with Spring Onions and Mint is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen peas (4 cups)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 medium spring onions (bulbing), sliced 1/4 inch thick (3 cups)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups lightly packed tender pea shoots or small watercress sprigs
- 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the peas until they are just tender, about 3 minutes. Drain.
- In the same saucepan, heat the olive oil. Add the onions and a pinch of salt, cover and cook over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 minutes. Stir in the peas, cover and cook until heated through, 1 minute. Stir in the butter, 1 tablespoon at a time. Remove from the heat and stir in the pea shoots until wilted. Stir in the mint, season with salt and pepper and serve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Peas and Pea Shoots with Spring Onions and Mint 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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