Lunch: Kale Pesto
Recipe by Lindsay Funston If you're a kale-aholic, this dark-green pesto will become an instant fave.
This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:
Health and fertility benefits of Kale Pesto
Kale is an excellent source of calcium, which has an important role in egg maturation and follicle development in the ovaries. 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
1 bunch kale, leaves stripped and blanched
1 c. fresh basil leaves
1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 c. shredded Parmesan
1/4 c. walnuts
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. kosher salt
Instructions
In the bowl of a food processor, combine kale, basil, and olive oil and pulse until combined. Add Parmesan, walnuts, garlic, and salt and blend until combined.
Store in an airtight container up to 1 week.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 0
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 0 | ||
| Fat 0 | ||
| Carbohydrate 0 | ||
| Protein 0 | ||
