PCOS Pasta - Brown Rice Spaghetti with Spinach Pesto - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
500
Calories
15g
Protein
65g
Carbs
20g
Fat
This recipe includes brown rice spaghetti, which has a lower glycemic index (GI) than regular pasta, and a homemade spinach pesto. The grocery list includes: brown rice spaghetti, fresh spinach, pine nuts, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of brown rice spaghetti (100g)
- 2 cups of fresh spinach (60g)
- 1/4 cup of pine nuts (35g)
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil (60ml), Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the brown rice spaghetti according to package instructions.
- While the spaghetti is cooking, blend the spinach, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth.
- Drain the spaghetti and return it to the pot.
- Stir in the spinach pesto until the spaghetti is well coated.
- Serve immediately.
This PCOS-friendly pasta dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients beneficial for PCOS. The brown rice spaghetti has a lower GI, helping to maintain stable blood sugar levels. Spinach is high in magnesium, which can improve insulin resistance, and the pine nuts provide a good source of healthy fats. This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, providing a sense of empowerment and control over your diet.
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