Lemony Roasted Salmon with White Wine Couscous - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 teaspoons lemon juice, divided
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
- 1 1/8 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
- 2 cups finely chopped carrots
- 1/4 cup minced shallots
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/3 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup hot cooked couscous
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 °.
- Combine yogurt, chives, 2 teaspoons oil, and 1 tablespoon juice; stir with a whisk. Sprinkle fish with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Rub with 2 tablespoons yogurt mixture. Heat an ovenproof skillet over high heat. Add 1 teaspoon oil to pan. Add fish, skin side down; cook 2 minutes. Transfer to oven. Bake at 450 ° for 5 minutes. Turn fish; cook 1 minute or until done.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to pan. Add carrots, shallots, and garlic; cook 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add remaining 1 teaspoon lemon juice, remaining 5/8 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and wine. Cook 30 seconds. Add couscous; toss. Serve fish with couscous and yogurt mixture.
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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