Dinner: PCOS Pasta - Cauliflower Gnocchi with Spinach Pesto

Grocery list: cauliflower gnocchi, fresh spinach, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, Parmesan cheese. This recipe is low GI, with cauliflower gnocchi having a GI of 15 and spinach a GI of 15.

This PCOS-friendly pasta recipe is a great way to enjoy a comforting meal while also managing your symptoms. The cauliflower gnocchi is low in carbs and high in fiber, helping to control blood sugar levels. The spinach pesto is packed with vitamins A and C, which are important for hormone regulation. The pine nuts provide a good source of healthy fats, which can help with insulin resistance. This recipe is also quick and easy to make, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 30 mins

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Health benefits of PCOS Pasta - Cauliflower Gnocchi with Spinach Pesto

Ingredients

1 pack of cauliflower gnocchi (12 oz/340g), 2 cups of fresh spinach (60g), 1/4 cup of pine nuts (30g), 2 cloves of garlic, 1/4 cup of olive oil (60ml), 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (45g), Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Toast the pine nuts in a dry pan until golden. Step 2: Blend the spinach, toasted pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan in a food processor until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Step 3: Cook the cauliflower gnocchi as per the package instructions. Step 4: Toss the cooked gnocchi with the spinach pesto. Serve immediately.

Share PCOS Pasta - Cauliflower Gnocchi with Spinach Pesto