PCOS Recipes with Salmon - Salmon and Sweet Potato Cakes - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 10 min

Servings: 2

Dinner

This PCOS Recipes with Salmon - Salmon and Sweet Potato Cakes is a PCOS-friendly recipe with 350 calories, 28g protein, and 25g carbs per serving. Ready in 25 minutes. High in fiber (4g), which supports insulin sensitivity.

Nutrition per Serving

350 Calories

28g Protein

25g Carbs

15g Fat

Grocery list: salmon fillets, sweet potato, green onions, egg, Dijon mustard, almond flour, olive oil, salt, pepper. The sweet potato has a medium GI, while the salmon is low GI.

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets (200g each)
1 medium sweet potato (200g)
2 green onions
1 egg
2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/4 cup almond flour
1 tbsp olive oil, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Boil the sweet potato until soft.
Mash the sweet potato in a bowl.
Flake the salmon into the bowl.
Add the chopped green onions, egg, Dijon mustard, almond flour, salt, and pepper.
Shape into 4 cakes.
Heat the olive oil in a pan.
Cook the cakes for 3-4 minutes on each side.

This recipe is rich in omega-3 fatty acids from the salmon, which can help reduce inflammation and improve insulin resistance. The sweet potato provides complex carbohydrates with a medium GI, helping to manage blood sugar levels. The almond flour is a great source of magnesium, which can help reduce insulin resistance and improve menstrual cycles in women with PCOS.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PCOS Recipes with Salmon - Salmon and Sweet Potato Cakes good for PCOS?

Yes, this PCOS Recipes with Salmon - Salmon and Sweet Potato Cakes recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly. At 350 calories per serving with 28g of protein, it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health. It also provides 4g of fiber, which helps with insulin sensitivity.

How long does it take to make PCOS Recipes with Salmon - Salmon and Sweet Potato Cakes?

This recipe takes about 25 minutes total. Prep time is 15 minutes and cook time is 10 minutes. It makes 2 servings, so you can meal prep for multiple days.

What are the macros in this PCOS recipe?

Per serving: 350 calories, 28g protein (32%), 25g carbs, 15g fat. Plus 4g fiber. PCOS meal plans typically aim for 30% protein, 35% fat, 35% carbs to support insulin sensitivity.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. At 350 calories, it fits within typical PCOS meal plan targets for Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 2 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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