Roasted Salmon and Cauliflower with Parsley-Caper Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 lb. salmon
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1/2 lemon, cut into thin slices
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 tbsp. capers
- 1/2 c. parsley leaves
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Place salmon on a large piece of aluminum foil. Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, and top with lemon slices. Fold short ends of the foil toward the center; bring the long ends together and roll up to seal the salmon. Place salmon packet in the center of a baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, toss cauliflower with 1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Scatter cauliflower on the baking sheet surrounding salmon packet. Place in the oven and bake until salmon is cooked through, 12 minutes. Remove foil packet and bake 3 to 5 minutes more or until cauliflower is golden.
- In a food processor, pulse lemon juice, capers, parsley, garlic, and remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve salmon and cauliflower with parsley-caper sauce.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon, Lemon.
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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