Chilled Salmon with Green Olive Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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Calories
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Protein
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Carbs
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This chilled salmon looks and tastes very elegant and is ready in 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 medium bulb fennel
- 4 skinless salmon fillets
- salt and pepper
- 1/4 c. dry white wine
- 1/4 c. water
- 1 c. plain low-fat yogurt
- 1/4 c. pitted green olives
- 1/4 c. packed finely chopped fresh chives
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In 8-inch by 8-inch glass baking dish, arrange fennel in single layer, then place salmon fillets on top. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp. salt. Add wine and water to dish. Cover with vented plastic wrap and microwave on High 8 minutes or until fish just turns opaque throughout.
- If making ahead, remove and discard plastic wrap. Place new sheet of plastic wrap directly on surface of salmon, cover dish with another sheet of plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight. If serving immediately, with slotted spatula, transfer salmon to paper towels to drain. Let cool to room temperature. Reserve sliced fennel in baking dish.
- Meanwhile, in bowl, combine yogurt, olives, chives, lemon juice, oil, and 1/8 teaspoon each salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cover; refrigerate up to 2 days.
- To serve, divide fennel among 4 serving plates. Top with fennel fronds, then salmon and sauce. Garnish with chives and whole olives.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon, Lemon.
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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