Salmon with Almonds and Tomato-Lemon Sauce Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
- 6 (4-ounce) salmon fillets
- 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
- Garnish: fresh cilantro sprigs
Instructions
- Bake almonds in a shallow pan at 350 °, stirring occasionally, 5 to 6 minutes or until toasted. Set aside.
- Sauté onion in hot oil in a skillet 10 minutes or until golden. Add garlic; sauté 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and next 3 ingredients; reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and black pepper; keep warm.
- Sprinkle salmon fillets with red pepper, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Place on a lightly greased rack in a broiler pan.
- Broil 6 inches from heat 10 minutes or until fish flakes with a fork. Serve with tomato mixture; sprinkle with almonds. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon, Lemon, Honey.
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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