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PCOS Anti-Androgen Pesto - Basil and Walnut Pesto with Spearmint - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

PCOS Anti-Androgen Pesto - Basil and Walnut Pesto with Spearmint
Prep: 10 min
Servings: 2
Dinner

This PCOS Anti-Androgen Pesto - Basil and Walnut Pesto with Spearmint is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 250 calories, 6g protein, and 10g carbs per serving. Ready in 10 minutes. High in fiber (2g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

250 Calories
6g Protein
10g Carbs
20g Fat
This pesto is not only delicious but also packed with ingredients beneficial for PCOS. The grocery list includes fresh basil, fresh spearmint, walnuts, Pecorino cheese, extra virgin olive oil, and garlic. The Glycemic Index (GI) of these ingredients is low, which is ideal for PCOS management.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves (packed)
  • 1 cup fresh spearmint leaves (packed)
  • 1/2 cup walnuts
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino cheese
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine basil, spearmint, walnuts, and garlic in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.
  2. Add cheese and process until smooth.
  3. While the processor is running, slowly add the olive oil and process until the pesto is thoroughly mixed.
  4. Add salt and pepper to taste.
This PCOS-friendly pesto is rich in anti-androgen properties, thanks to the spearmint, and is packed with healthy fats from the walnuts and olive oil. These ingredients are known to help manage PCOS symptoms. The recipe is quick and easy, giving you more time to relax and enjoy your meal. Regularly updating your meal plan with such nutrient-dense foods can help manage PCOS and bring a sense of control and optimism.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Basil, Spearmint, Walnuts.

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Spearmint can help deal with PCOS due to its anti-androgenic properties. A study published in the journal Phytotherapy Research found that drinking spearmint tea can help reduce hirsutism, or excess body hair, by reducing free and total testosterone levels and increasing luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) levels. Walnuts are an excellent addition to the diet for managing PCOS s...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, this PCOS Anti-Androgen Pesto - Basil and Walnut Pesto with Spearmint recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 250 calories per serving with 6g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 2g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

This recipe takes about 10 minutes total. Prep time is 10 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

Per serving: 250 calories, 6g protein (10%), 10g carbs, 20g fat. Plus 2g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 250 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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