Lunch: Linguine with Italian Tuna and White Beans

Recipe by Georgia Downward Be a bean counter! The new USDA guidelines recommend having 1 1/2 cups of legumes weekly for their protein, fiber, iron and more. This hearty, lightly tangy dish gets you a third of the way to your goal.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Tuna, Lemon, Spinach

Health and fertility benefits of Linguine with Italian Tuna and White Beans

Tuna is great for a high protein diet as it has 33 grams of protein within its housing, with no pesky carbohydrates to worry about. In addition to this, tuna contains B vitamins and vitamin D, both of which are vital to fighting back against PCOS. Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.

Ingredients

8 ounces spinach linguine
8 ounces canned Italian tuna packed in oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 large cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped Italian leaf parsley, plus whole leaves for garnish
1/2 thinly sliced lemon (optional)

Instructions

Cook pasta as directed on package; drain and rinse under cold water. Drain tuna, reserving oil in a salad bowl; whisk juice, garlic, salt and pepper with oil. Flake tuna into same bowl. Add pasta, beans, onion and chopped parsley; toss gently to coat with dressing. Serve garnished with parsley leaves and lemon slices, if desired.

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