Grilled Wild Salmon With Garlic Scape Pesto and Summer Squash - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Grilled Wild Salmon With Garlic Scape Pesto and Summer Squash
Servings: 4
Dinner

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by Drew Ramsey, M.D. Wild salmon tops the list of fish that are high in omega-3 and low in mercury. So swap out farmed salmon, which contains food dyes, for the real thing. Frozen sides of wild salmon offer the best value. Garlic scapes are the yo

Ingredients

  • Coconut oil, for the grill
  • 2 cups garlic scapes
  • 2 cups packed kale leaves
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan or pecorino Romano cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 wild salmon fillets, skin intact (1 pound)
  • 1 pound yellow squash, sliced into 1/4-inch strips

Instructions

  1. Oil a grill with coconut oil and preheat the grill over high heat.
  2. Put the garlic scapes, kale, olive oil, cheese, salt, and pepper in a food processor or blender and process until finely chopped. Divide the pesto in half and reserve one- half for another use.
  3. Place the salmon on the grill, flesh side down, and grill 3 to 4 minutes. Turn the salmon, and place the squash slices on the grill. Brush the pesto over the salmon and the squash.
  4. Grill the squash, turning it occasionally, for 4 to 5 minutes until cooked through. Grill the salmon 4 to 5 minutes until the skin crisps but the center is still medium. Transfer to a plate and serve immediately.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon, Kale.

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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