Cedar Plank-Grilled Salmon with Avocado-Orange Salsa - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Cedar Plank-Grilled Salmon with Avocado-Orange Salsa is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 (15 x 6 1/2 x 3/8-inch) cedar grilling plank
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Cointreau (orange-flavored liqueur)
- 1 teaspoon grated orange rind
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
- 6 (6-ounce) salmon fillets (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 cup orange sections (about 2 oranges)
- 3/4 cup diced peeled avocado (about 1)
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Immerse and soak the plank in water 1 hour; drain.
- Prepare grill.
- Combine syrup, Cointreau, and rind in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook until reduced to 1/4 cup (about 3 minutes). Cool 5 minutes. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper over fish; brush fish with syrup mixture.
- Place plank on grill rack, and grill for 3 minutes or until lightly charred. Carefully turn plank over, and place fish on charred side of plank. Cover and grill for 12 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork or until desired degree of doneness.
- Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, remaining 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, orange sections, avocado, orange juice, onion, bell pepper, chives, and lime juice in a medium bowl; serve with fish.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon.
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 Cedar Plank-Grilled Salmon with Avocado-Orange Salsa 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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