Lunch: Charred Broccolini with Lemon

You can prepare this dish on the grill, or in the oven on a rimmed cookie sheet under the broiler.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli, Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Charred Broccolini with Lemon

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.

Ingredients

12 ounces broccolini
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon, halved
3/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
Cooking spray
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese shavings

Instructions

Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Place broccolini in a medium bowl; drizzle with oil and juice of 1/2 a lemon. Sprinkle with salt and black and red peppers, tossing to coat. Add broccolini to grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 6 minutes or until charred, turning once. Add remaining lemon half, cut side down, to grill rack; grill 3 minutes or until charred. Arrange broccolini on a platter. Sprinkle with cheese, and serve with charred lemon.

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