Broiled Sweet Chili Sesame Soy Salmon - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 2 tsps sesame seeds
- 16 oz boneless salmon
- 1 tsp ginger
- 2 tbsps soy sauce
Instructions
- Combine sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, finely chopped fresh ginger root and sesame seeds together and marinate thin cuts of salmon in the fridge. (5-15 minutes). Leave some marinade free to top salmon with when completed.
- Place salmon (skinned, as this method will readily flake the skin), on foil lined pan (easy cleanup).
- Broil on high on lowest rung for approximately 10 minutes.
- Remove when no longer pink, fish should flake easily, but will be pleasingly moist.
- Top with remaining marinade and serve with sides.
- Note: this makes 4 oz salmon per person, but it is well flavored and should be paired with salad or rice side to create a balanced meal.
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 Broiled Sweet Chili Sesame Soy Salmon contribute to your health goals:
- Salmon: High in protein to support stable blood sugar levels
- Ginger: May help reduce menstrual pain and inflammation in PCOS
- Sesame: Provide calcium, iron, and zinc beneficial for PCOS
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 anti-inflammatory spices that target the chronic inflammation underlying PCOS. 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 Broiled Sweet Chili Sesame Soy Salmon 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, Sesame Seeds.
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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