PCOS Veggie Side - Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Lemon - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 large head of broccoli (about 1.5 pounds or 680 grams)
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil (30 ml)
- 1 lemon, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Cut the broccoli into florets and thinly slice the garlic.
- Toss the broccoli and garlic with the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the broccoli out on a baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and slightly crispy.
- Zest the lemon over the broccoli, then cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice over the broccoli.
- Toss to combine and serve.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Broccoli, Lemon.
Broccoli is a highly nutritious vegetable that provides numerous health benefits, especially for individuals managing PCOS. This cruciferous vegetable is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But what makes broccoli particularly beneficial for those with PCOS? Low Glycemic Index (GI) Broccoli has a low glycemic index, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels. This is particularly important for individuals with PCOS, as it helps manage insul...
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