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Dinner: PCOS Cortisol-Lowering Dinner - Magnesium-Rich Spinach and Pumpkin Seed Pesto Pasta
Grocery list: fresh spinach, pumpkin seeds, garlic, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, whole wheat pasta. GI: Whole wheat pasta (GI=48), Pumpkin seeds (GI=0), Spinach (GI=0)
This recipe is packed with magnesium, a mineral that helps to lower cortisol levels and reduce the symptoms of PCOS. The spinach and pumpkin seeds are also high in fiber, which can help to regulate blood sugar levels. The whole wheat pasta provides complex carbohydrates, which have a lower glycemic index and are better for managing PCOS. This meal is not only delicious but also empowering, providing you with the nutrients you need to take control of your health.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
This recipe includes superfoods such as:
Ingredients
2 cups of fresh spinach (60g), 1/2 cup of pumpkin seeds (64g), 2 cloves of garlic, 1/2 cup of olive oil (120ml), 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (50g), Salt to taste, 8 oz of whole wheat pasta (225g)
Instructions
1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. 2. While the pasta is cooking, combine the spinach, pumpkin seeds, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan in a food processor. Process until smooth. 3. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and return it to the pot. 4. Stir in the pesto until the pasta is well coated. 5. Season with salt to taste. 6. Serve warm.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 2
| Amount Per ONE Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 550 kcal | ||
| Fat 20 g | ||
| Carbohydrate 75 g | ||
| Protein 18 g | ||
| Omega 3 0.50 g | ||
| Chromium 0.20 mg | ||
| Zinc 2.00 mg | ||
| Magnesium 150.00 mg | ||
| B Vitamins 1.00 mg | ||
| Iron 4 mg | ||
| Calcium 200 mg | ||
| Cholesterol 30 mg | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat 10 g | ||
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5 g | ||
| Saturated Fat 5 g | ||
| Sodium 300 mg | ||
| Sugar 5 g | ||
| Potassium 600 mg | ||
| Vitamin A 500 mcg | ||
| Vitamin C 20 mg | ||
| Fiber 10 g | ||
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