Lunch: Fettuccine with Broccoli Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli, Lemon, Nuts, Walnuts, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Fettuccine with Broccoli Pesto and Sun-Dried 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. Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. 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 broccoli florets
1 cup fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped toasted walnuts
Pinch red pepper flakes
2 cloves garlic, halved
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
2 teaspoons olive oil
6 ounces whole-wheat fettuccine
6 soft sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), cut into thin slivers
Grated zest of 1 lemon

Instructions

Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain and run under cold running water, then drain again.
Place the broccoli, basil, cheese, walnuts, 1/2 teaspoon salt, red pepper flakes and garlic in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add the broth and oil and process until smooth.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and transfer the fettuccine to a large bowl. Add the pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and lemon zest and toss to coat well.
Per Serving: 286 Cal; 24 g Protein; 12 g Tot Fat; 3 g Sat Fat; 5 g Mono Fat; 28 g Carb; 4 g Fiber; 2 g Sugar; 160 mg Calcium; 4 mg Iron; 732 mg Sodium; 4 mg Cholesterol

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