Salmon Cakes with Dill Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Italian bread crumbs
- 2 tsp seafood seasoning
- 2 tbsp light sour cream
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 jumbo egg
- 2 regular cans salmon, drained
- 2 sprigs dill
- 1 dash salt
- 2 tbsps mayonnaise
- 2 tsps hot sauce
- 2 lemons yield lemon juice
- 1 small onion
Instructions
- Sauté onion and red pepper in olive oil until tender. Drain salmon and put in a mixing bowl. And onion and red pepper mixture to salmon.
- Chop 1 sprig of the dill and add it to the salmon mixture, along with the breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, juice of 1 lemon and seasoning.
- Make 4 even patties from the mixture and cook on a griddle pan (with a tiny bit of cooking spray like Pam) for about 6 minutes on each side.
- To make the dill Sauce, combine sour cream, juice of the other lemon and the rest of the chopped dill in a small bowl and mix well. Season to taste with salt and a little hot sauce, if you like.
- Serve sauce on the side or right on top of the salmon cakes!
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 Salmon Cakes with Dill Sauce contribute to your health goals:
- Salmon: High in protein to support stable blood sugar levels
- Egg: Contain choline which supports liver function and hormone metabolism
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Bell pepper: Vitamin C supports adrenal function and may help manage cortisol levels in PCOS
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
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 healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. 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 Salmon Cakes with Dill Sauce 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, Lemon.
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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