Dinner: PCOS Hair Nourishment - Salmon and Avocado Poke Bowl with Edamame

Grocery list: Brown rice, fresh salmon, ripe avocado, shelled edamame, cucumber, low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, green onions, sesame seeds. The brown rice (GI: 50) provides slow-releasing energy, while the salmon and avocado offer healthy fats. The edamame adds an extra protein boost.

This PCOS-friendly poke bowl is a perfect dinner option. The salmon is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation and improve hair health. Avocado provides monounsaturated fats, beneficial for heart health and insulin resistance. Edamame, a low GI food, is a great source of protein and fiber, helping to control blood sugar levels. This meal is not only delicious but also empowering, giving you control over your PCOS symptoms through healthy food choices.

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 40 mins

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Brown rice

Health benefits of PCOS Hair Nourishment - Salmon and Avocado Poke Bowl with Edamame

Brown rice is a natural source of Inositol, a derivative of Vitamin B (which is often prescribed in the form of supplements for women with PCOS). Inositol can effectively control the symptoms of PCOS by reducing insulin resistance and improving insulin sensitivity.

Ingredients

2 cups of cooked brown rice (480g), 8 ounces of fresh, sushi-grade salmon (225g), 1 ripe avocado, 1 cup of shelled edamame (155g), 1/2 cucumber, 2 tablespoons of low-sodium soy sauce (30ml), 1 tablespoon of sesame oil (15ml), 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar (15ml), 1 teaspoon of honey (5ml), 1/2 teaspoon of minced ginger, 2 green onions, 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds (10g)

Instructions

1. Cook the brown rice according to package instructions. 2. Dice the salmon and avocado into bite-sized pieces. Slice the cucumber and green onions. 3. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, and minced ginger to make the sauce. 4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, diced salmon, avocado, edamame, cucumber, and sauce. Toss until well mixed. 5. Divide the poke bowl into two servings and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.