Couscous-Crusted Salmon - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 c. water
- 3/4 c. couscous
- 1/4 c. refrigerated pesto
- 1/4 tsp. cider vinegar
- .13 tsp. Pepper
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 tsp. salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- c. water, in 1-quart saucepan, to boiling on high. Remove from heat; stir in couscous, refrigerated pesto, cider vinegar, and pepper. Cover; let stand 5 minutes.
- Place salmon fillets, skin side down, on foil-lined cookie sheet. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Mound 1/2 cup couscous mixture on top of each salmon fillet, pressing into even layer.
- Bake in upper third of oven 12 to 15 minutes or until salmon is just opaque throughout.
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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