Blackened Salmon with Corn, Tomato, and Avocado Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 5 oz. pieces wild salmon
- 1 1/2 tsp. coriander
- 1 1/2 tsp. brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- kosher salt
- 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 shallot, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar
- 3 ears of corn, kernels removed
- 1/2 pt. red grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 pt. yellow table tomatoes, halved
- 1 1/2 avocados, diced
- 1/4 c. finely chopped cilantro
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Arrange salmon skin-side down on plate.
- In a small bowl, whisk together coriander, brown sugar, and chili powder and season with salt. Rub mixture into salmon.
- Place shallots and red wine vinegar in small bowl and let sit. In large bowl, stir together corn, tomatoes, avocados, and cilantro.
- Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in large non-stick ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until nearly smoking. Sear salmon fillets skin-side up 2 minutes. Flip, then transfer skillet to oven and cook 3 minutes more or until salmon is just cooked through.
- Add red wine vinegar and shallots to corn mixture, along with remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
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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