Side Dish: Spinach Orzo with Pinenuts

A simple pasta and fresh spinach side dish that can be served hot or cold.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 25 mins

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Spinach, Nuts

Health and fertility benefits of Spinach Orzo with Pinenuts

Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility. 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.

Ingredients

3 tbsps olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped or sliced fresh diced tomato
2 1/2 cups cooked orzo pasta
3 cloves garlic
1 medium diced onion
6 cups fresh spinach
1/4 cup pine nuts

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to directions, drain, and place in medium serving bowl.

2. In large skillet, add oil and onion. Sauté until onions almost clear.

3. Add minced garlic and pine nuts. Sauté for about 3 more minutes.

4. Add salt and pepper to taste.

5. Add fresh spinach and diced tomato and cook until spinach is wilted.

6. Pour spinach over pasta in bowl. Mix and salt and pepper to taste.

7. Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve as a cold salad.

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