Soy-Glazed Salmon with Garlicky Kale and Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Soy-Glazed Salmon with Garlicky Kale and Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 c. brown rice
- kosher salt
- 2 tbsp. soy sauce
- 2 tbsp. honey
- 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 1/4 lb. salmon (whole pieces or fillets)
- 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 2 bunches Tuscan Kale, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a small saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, combine rice, 1 1/2 cups water, and a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered,18 minutes. Remove from heat and steam with lid 5 minutes more. Fluff with a fork.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, mustard, and lemon juice. Place salmon skin-side down in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and pour over half the sauce.
- Heat a grill pan over high heat. Grill salmon skin side-up, 4 minutes, then flip and brush with remaining sauce. Grill until cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes more.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Cook garlic until fragrant and beginning to turn golden, 2 minutes. Add kale and cook until beginning to wilt, 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve salmon with kale, brown rice, and lemon.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon, Kale, Lemon, Honey, Brown Rice.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Soy-Glazed Salmon with Garlicky Kale and Rice recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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