Asian Salmon Burgers with Pickled Cucumber on Pumpernickel - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 4

Lunch

This Asian Salmon Burgers with Pickled Cucumber on Pumpernickel is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Note: To slice the cucumber in the following recipe into a paper-thin spiral, we used a Japanese rotary device known as the Benriner vegetable slicer.

Ingredients

1 large cucumber (about 1 pound)
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon grated peeled fresh gingerroot
a 3/4-pound piece salmon fillet, skin discarded and fish cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1/2 cup fine fresh bread crumbs
2 scallions, chopped fine
1 teaspoon mustard seed
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 small green-leaf lettuce leaves
8 slices firm pumpernickel (about 10 ounces)

Instructions

With a Japanese rotary slicer (see note this page) cut cucumber into 1 long spiral. (Alternatively, with a sharp knife cut cucumber into very thin slices.) In a bowl toss cucumber with vinegar, sugar, red pepper flakes, and salt to taste.
In another bowl whisk together egg white, soy sauce, and gingerroot until combined well and stir in salmon, bread crumbs, scallions, mustard seeds, and salt to taste. In a food processor purée 1/3 cup salmon mixture and return to salmon mixture remaining in bowl. (Alternatively, chop 1/3 cup salmon mixture fine and mash to a paste with flat side of a knife.) Stir mixture to combine and form into four 3/4-inch-thick patties. Drain cucumber well.
In a large non-stick skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and cook patties until golden, about 2 minutes on each side. Cook patties, covered, over moderate heat until just cooked through, about 5 minutes more. Arrange lettuce leaves on 4 pumpernickel slices and top with salmon burgers, pickled cucumber, and remaining 4 pumpernickel slices.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Asian Salmon Burgers with Pickled Cucumber on Pumpernickel good for PCOS?

Yes, this Asian Salmon Burgers with Pickled Cucumber on Pumpernickel recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 4 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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