PCOS Friendly Herb-Crusted Wild Salmon
Wild salmon is one of the most powerful foods you can put on your plate when managing hormonal balance, thanks to its rich omega-3 fatty acids that help combat the inflammation often associated with PCOS. This recipe keeps things beautifully simple — just clean, whole ingredients that let the fish shine without any processed fillers or hidden sugars to worry about. The herb crust is a fragrant mix of fresh parsley, chives, dill, thyme, and lemon zest bound together with extra-virgin olive oil and garlic, creating a bright, aromatic coating that makes the salmon look and taste genuinely impressive. A quick roast at 400°F is all it takes to get perfectly flaky, tender fillets with a gorgeous herby top layer. The combination of quality protein, healthy fats from olive oil, and anti-inflammatory herbs makes this the kind of meal that works hard for your body while still feeling like a treat. Serve it straight from the oven with a squeeze of lemon and you have a restaurant-worthy dinner that fits seamlessly into a hormone-supportive way of eating.
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4 servings
- 4 wild salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the herb crust
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine the parsley, chives, dill, thyme, lemon zest, minced garlic, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Stir until the herbs are evenly coated and the mixture holds together loosely.
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