Pistachio-Crusted Salmon with Rainbow Vegetable Cream Recipe - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup onion and garlic salad croutons
- 1/2 cup pistachios
- 1 large egg white, beaten
- 2 tablespoons water
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each), about 1 inch thick
- 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1-1/2 cups julienned fresh carrots
- 1-1/2 cups julienned yellow summer squash
- 1-1/2 cups julienned sweet red pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup radishes, halved and finely sliced
- Lemon wedges, optional
Instructions
- Pulse croutons and pistachios in a food processor until finely chopped. Whisk egg white with water. Pat salmon fillets dry; dip in egg white, then roll in crouton-pistachio mixture. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Meanwhile, combine cream cheese, lemon juice, dill and capers until well blended.
- Preheat oven to 350 °. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots, squash, peppers and salt; cook and stir until tender and lightly caramelized, 6-8 minutes. Remove.
- In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Add salmon; cook 1 minute on each side until golden brown. Place skillet in oven; bake until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, about 8-10 minutes. Serve vegetables with salmon; top with sauce. Sprinkle with radishes. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.
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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