Sesame Ginger Salmon Salad - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Sesame Ginger Salmon Salad is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 1" piece ginger, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, chopped
- 2 tbsp. scallions, plus more for garnish
- 1 tbsp. sesame seeds
- 1/4 c. vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp. white vinegar
- 2 tbsp. honey
- 1 tbsp. sesame oil
- 4 wonton wrappers, cut into 1/2" strips
- 4 salmon pieces, about 2 lb.
- kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 10 oz. mixed greens, washed
- 1 c. shredded carrots
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475 degrees F. In the bowl of a mini food processor add soy sauce, ginger, garlic, scallions, sesame seeds, vegetable oil, vinegar, honey, and sesame oil. Pulse and blend until smooth. Keep in refrigerator until ready to serve.
- In a rimmed sheet pan toss wonton strips with drizzle of sesame oil, season with salt and pepper. Spread wonton strips in an even layer across the sheet pan. Bake until golden brown, 4 minutes.
- Season salmon with salt and pepper. Heat cast iron skillet over high heat; add 1 tablespoon olive oil to pan. When the pan is almost smoking, carefully place salmon skin side up in pan. Cook on each side for 4 minutes for medium.
- Toss mixed greens and carrots with sesame ginger dressing. Serve salmon on bed of greens, garnish with scallions and drizzle with remaining dressing.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon, Sesame Seeds, 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Sesame Ginger Salmon Salad 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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