Orange-Glazed Salmon with Olive Quinoa Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 2

Lunch

This Orange-Glazed Salmon with Olive Quinoa Recipe | MyRecipes is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Mary Drennen The fragrant orange glaze caramelizes as the salmon quickly cooks under the broiler. To serve 4, double the salmon, glaze, and quinoa, and increase the water for the quinoa to 1 1/4 cups.

Ingredients

2/3 cup water
1/2 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained
3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon pitted kalamata olives, sliced
1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
1 teaspoon fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Preheat broiler to high.
Combine 2/3 cup water, quinoa, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 13 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in parsley, olives, and pine nuts.
While quinoa cooks, arrange fillets, skin side down, on a foil-lined baking sheet. Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, syrup, rind, juice, Dijon, garlic, and pepper in a bowl, stirring with a whisk. Spread orange mixture evenly over fillets. Broil salmon 6 minutes or until desired degree of doneness. Serve fillets with quinoa mixture.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon, Nuts.

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

Is Orange-Glazed Salmon with Olive Quinoa Recipe | MyRecipes good for PCOS?

Yes, this Orange-Glazed Salmon with Olive Quinoa Recipe | MyRecipes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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