Lunch: Spaghetti with Cilantro Pesto

This quick no-cook sauce is lighter than traditional pesto because it's made without cheese and contains less oil.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Nuts

Health and fertility benefits of Spaghetti with Cilantro Pesto

Nuts are a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

Ingredients

1/2 c. packed fresh parsley leaves
1 package spaghetti
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 jalapeño chile
1 clove garlic
1/4 c. pine nuts (pignoli)
1/2 c. packed fresh cilantro leaves with stems

Instructions

In large saucepot, prepare pasta in boiling salted water as label directs.
Meanwhile, into food processor with knife blade attached or into blender, measure chicken broth, olive oil, lime juice, jalapeño, garlic, 2 tablespoons pine nuts, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add cilantro and parsley and blend until smooth.
Drain pasta; return to saucepot. Add cilantro mixture; toss well. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons pine nuts to serve.

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