Greek Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Greek Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 3 cups fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth {Check for Gluten}
- 1 cup water
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 3/4 cups chopped Vidalia or other sweet onion (about 2 medium)
- 1 cup Arborio rice or other medium-grain rice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 3/4 cups (1/2-inch) slices asparagus (about 8 ounces)
- 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Fennel Salad
Instructions
- Bring broth and 1 cup water to a simmer in a medium saucepan (do not boil). Keep warm over low heat.
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion to pan; sauté 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in rice and garlic; sauté 1 minute. Add broth mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until each portion of broth is absorbed before adding the next (about 30 minutes total).
- Stir in asparagus and shrimp; cook 5 minutes or until shrimp are done, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in cheese and remaining ingredients.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Asparagus.
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. Asparagus stands out as a superfood for managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), a hormonal disorder affecting many wome...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Greek Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto 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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