Crostini with Cucumber, Smoked Salmon, and Dill Recipe | MyRecipes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 French bread baguette, cut into 1/2-inch slices
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
- 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 4 ounces smoked salmon
- 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °. Arrange bread slices in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet; brush top of each slice with olive oil. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until toasted.
- Combine cream cheese, lemon zest and juice, salt, and 2 tablespoons dill in the bowl of a food processor; process until smooth. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over toasts. Top each toast with 2 cucumber slices, pressing gently into cream cheese mixture. Arrange smoked salmon evenly over cucumbers. Sprinkle toasts evenly with black pepper and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons dill.
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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