Lunch: Roasted Veg With Nutritional Yeast

Recipe by /contributors/claire-saffitz Try this in a frittata, folded into a grain salad, or in a hash with bacon.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli

Health and fertility benefits of Roasted Veg With Nutritional Yeast

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.

Ingredients

2 small heads of broccoli, cut into florets with some stalk attached, or 1 medium acorn squash, seeds removed, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 tablespoons virgin coconut oil, warmed to liquefy if needed
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 °F. Toss vegetables with oil on a rimmed baking sheet to coat; season with salt and pepper. Roast until deep golden brown and tender, 20 –25 minutes. Let cool slightly, then toss with nutritional yeast.

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