Soy-Garlic Salmon with Couscous - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp. grated ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp. sugar
- 4 pieces wild salmon (about 2 lb.)
- kosher salt
- 1 lb. snow peas, chopped
- 2 c. couscous
- extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 scallions, chopped
Instructions
- In a large Ziploc bag, combine soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sugar, and salmon. Seal and gently shake until salmon is well coated. Refrigerate at least 15 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups salted water to a boil. Cook snow peas 5 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon and place in a bowl of cold water. Drain. Meanwhile, stir in couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let sit 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Add snow peas to pot to keep warm.
- In a medium skillet over medium-high, heat olive oil. Remove salmon from marinade and pat dry with paper towel. Sear until golden brown crust forms, about 5 minutes per side (watch carefully as sugar in marinade can burn). Lower heat if necessary.
- Serve salmon on bed of couscous and snowpeas and garnish with scallions.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon.
Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are crucial for reducing inflammation and promoting cardiovascular health. It is also rich in vitamin D, which helps regulate insulin levels and improve mood, both of which are important for managing PCOS symptoms. Additionally, salmon provides a good amount of B vitamins, particularly B12, which supports energy production and helps maintain healthy nerve function. Including salmon in your diet can help balance hormones, reduce inflamma...
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