Dinner: Pasta with Ricotta, Broccoli and Tomatoes

This simple and inexpensive whole wheat pasta meal is creamy without feeling heavy like an Alfredo sauce.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 25 mins

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli

Health and fertility benefits of Pasta with Ricotta, Broccoli and Tomatoes

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system.

Ingredients

13 oz whole wheat rotini pasta
1 1/4 cups part skim ricotta cheese
1 cup chopped or sliced grape tomatoes
2 cups cooked broccoli
4 tbsps parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Prepare whole-wheat pasta noodles per package directions.

2. While cooking, steam the broccoli and slice the grape tomatoes into halves and set both aside.

3. After draining the pasta, immediately stir in the ricotta so it melts over the pasta. Stir in the broccoli and tomatoes.

4. Add salt and pepper to taste and red pepper flakes for zip!

5. Note: despite the simple ingredients list, these nutrient-packed foods provide whole grains, fiber and calcium.

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