Roasted Cod with Soy Ginger Plum Salsa and Jasmine Rice - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Roasted Cod with Soy Ginger Plum Salsa and Jasmine Rice is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 c. jasmine rice
- 1 1/4 lb. wild cod
- 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 2 tsp. grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 sm. jalapeño, minced (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime (about 3 to 4 tbsp.)
- 1 1/2 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 tsp. sesame oil
- 1 tsp. honey
- 1/3 c. Chopped cilantro
- 4 plums, diced (1 1/4 c.)
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Rinse jasmine rice in sieve under cold running water. Fill medium-sized, heavy-bottomed pot with rice and 2 cups water and bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and cook, tightly covered, for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered for 10 minutes. Fluff with fork and season with salt.
- Arrange cod on baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Roast for 12 minutes or until fish flakes easily.
- In large bowl, combine ginger, garlic, jalapeno (if using), lime, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Stir in cilantro and plums; season with salt or pepper if needed.
- Spoon plum salsa over roasted cod. Serve with Jasmine rice and lime wedges.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey.
Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Roasted Cod with Soy Ginger Plum Salsa and Jasmine 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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