Tarragon-Citrus–Crusted Salmon - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Tarragon-Citrus–Crusted Salmon is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 lemon
- 3 navel oranges
- 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
- .13 tsp. sugar
- Pepper
- 1 seedless (English) cucumber
- 8 oz. red cabbage
- 1/4 c. panko (Japanese-style bread crumbs)
- 2 green onions
- 1 tbsp. packed fresh tarragon leaves
- 4 piece skinless center-cut salmon fillet
- 4 tsp. plain, fat-free Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line jelly-roll pan with foil. From lemon, grate 1 teaspoon peel and squeeze 3 tablespoons juice. From oranges, grate 1 1/2 teaspoons peel; set aside. Cut off peel and white pith from oranges and discard. Cut oranges into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Arrange orange slices, slightly overlapping, in center of prepared pan.
- In large bowl, stir together Dijon, oil, sugar, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add cucumber and cabbage; toss to coat. Set aside.
- In small bowl, stir together lemon peel, orange peel, panko, green onions, tarragon, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Arrange salmon on orange slices, skin side down; spread 1 teaspoon yogurt on each fillet. Top with panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Bake salmon 10 to 13 minutes or until opaque throughout. Transfer fillets with orange slices to 4 plates; garnish with tarragon leaves. Serve with cabbage 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Tarragon-Citrus–Crusted Salmon 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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