Lunch: Spinach Pesto Recipe

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon, Spinach, Nuts, Walnuts, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Spinach Pesto Recipe

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. 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. Walnuts are low on the glycemic index. What’s more, they also lower the glycemic index of other foods that you eat in conjunction with these nuts. Any kind of nuts provide a healthy source of fat and a great way to encourage PCOS weight loss. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

2 cups fresh baby spinach
2 cups loosely packed basil leaves
1 cup grated Romano cheese
2 tablespoons fresh oregano
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 cup olive oil
Hot cooked pasta

Instructions

Place the first six ingredients in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped. Add the walnuts, lemon juice and peel; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.
Serve desired amount of pesto with pasta. Transfer remaining pesto to ice cube trays. Cover and freeze for up to 1 month.
To use frozen pesto: Thaw in the refrigerator for 3 hours. Serve with pasta.

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