Roast Salmon Provencal - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp leaves basil
- 1/2 cup fat free italian dressing
- 10 small kalamata olives
- 1 1/2 cups pieces or slices mushrooms
- 3 cups diced red potatoes
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2" pieces
- 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1" pieces
- 4 fillets salmon
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425 °F (210 °C).
- Spray 15x10x1" pan with cooking spray. Place salmon, potatoes, mushrooms, bell pepper and zucchini in pan.
- Brush with half of the dressing; sprinkle with basil.
- Bake 20 minutes.
- Add olives to pan and stir vegetables slightly. Drizzle remaining dressing over salmon and vegetables.
- Bake 5 to 10 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with work and potatoes are tender.
- Note: based on recipe from eatbetteramerica.
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Roast Salmon Provencal contribute to your health goals:
- Salmon: High in protein to support stable blood sugar levels
- Bell pepper: Vitamin C supports adrenal function and may help manage cortisol levels in PCOS
- Mushroom: Vitamin D deficiency is common in PCOS and supplementation may improve symptoms
- Zucchini: Low in calories while providing vitamin C and potassium
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and nutrient-dense vegetables that provide essential vitamins and minerals for metabolic health. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Roast Salmon Provencal can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Salmon, Basil.
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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