Prostate Healthy Summer Meal

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When we talk about having a healthy, balanced diet, we often think about ​weight control, general fitness or keeping cholesterol down. Some studies suggest eating for cancer prevention might be worth keeping in mind. Particularly when it comes to preventing prostate cancer. There’s no downside to aim for a healthy eating pattern, and if these studies are correct, some of the foods you eat may have a positive impact on helping prevent prostate cancer.

Here on the International Prostate Cancer Foundation, we have many resources available to help you stay informed on your healthy and wellness journey. The recipe below is just one of the great resources you can find in the Health and Nutrition portion of the Resources Center.

LEMON, BROCCOLI AND GARLIC PENNE PASTA Source: American Cancer Society

Pasta is generally easy to digest and very filling, perfect if you need to build your weight up after treatment. The added nutrients and antioxidants of the lemon, broccoli and garlic will help to boost your immune system, swap out the chicken broth for vegetable broth for a vegetarian version. 

Ingredients (serves 4):
½ pound of penne pasta (or any other type of pasta you have)
5 cups of broccoli
¼ cup of olive oil (or oil of your choice)
10 thinly sliced cloves of garlic
½ cup of low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
Zest of one lemon, grated

¼ cup of grated parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish with basil

OPTIONAL: add carrots or tomatoes

Method: Cook the pasta as per directions on the packet, but add in the broccoli three minutes before the end of cooking time, once cooked, drain and put to one side. In a skillet heat the oil over a medium heat and saute the garlic slices for one to two minutes until it starts to color. Add the broth and bring to a boil; simmer until the liquid has reduced by about half. Stir regularly so the garlic doesn’t stick to the pan. Add the broccoli, pasta and lemon zest and stir through until heated. Season and serve with the parmesan cheese scattered over the top.