Lunch: Avocado Pesto
Recipe by Lauren Miyashiro This creamy pesto gives avocado toast a run for its money.
This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:
Health and fertility benefits of Avocado Pesto
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Avocados are anti-inflammatory in nature, as they contain omega-3 fatty acids which have been proven to reduce inflammation within the body. Those seeking to sop up more oil-based nutrients will want eat avocado, as they help with their absorption. Vitamins A, D, E, and K all fall into this category, and with each also playing a role in reducing inflammation, ensuring that they get absorbed into your body efficiently will aid you in repairing the damage done by the excess insulin that flows through your veins. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Ingredients
1 lb. spaghetti
2 avocados, pitted
2 c. Fresh basil
1/4 c. almonds
Zest of 1 lemon
1/4 c. grated Parmesan
kosher salt
1/4 c. olive oil
1 c. grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve about 1 cup of cooking water.
Meanwhile, in a food processor or blender, pulse together avocado, basil, almond, lemon zest, and parmesan. Season with salt. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until evenly blended. If the pesto is too thick, add pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
Toss pesto with the warm spaghetti and add tomatoes. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 4
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 0 | ||
| Fat 0 | ||
| Carbohydrate 0 | ||
| Protein 0 | ||
