Lunch: Linguine with Red Bell Pepper, Walnuts and Parmesan

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Nuts, Walnuts

Health and fertility benefits of Linguine with Red Bell Pepper, Walnuts and Parmesan

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.

Ingredients

3 large red bell peppers, seeded, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons minced garlic
8 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds linguine
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
3/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (about 6 3/4 ounces), toasted
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Combine bell peppers, garlic and 6 1/2 tablespoons oil in large bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and let stand at room temperature 2 hours. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Refrigerate.)
Cook linguine in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain.
Meanwhile, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions; sauté until tender and brown, about 6 minutes. Add bell pepper mixture; sauté 4 minutes. Add pasta to skillet and toss to coat. Transfer to large bowl. Add walnuts, parsley and 1 1/2 cups cheese; toss to coat. Serve, passing additional Parmesan cheese separately.

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