Dessert: Salmon Cakes with Cucumber Dill Salad

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl That lemony yogurt dipping sauce though.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Salmon, Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Salmon Cakes with Cucumber Dill Salad

Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and also one of the best sources of vitamin D. Keeping vitamin D levels up is important to women with PCOS. Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to.

Ingredients

1 lb. salmon (skin removed), diced
1 shallot, minced (3 tbsp.)
2 tbsp. capers
1 Garlic clove, minced
Zest of 1 lemon, divided
2 tbsp. lemon juice, divided
6 tbsp. fresh dill, divided
1 egg white
1/2 c. panko bread crumbs
1/2 c. Greek yogurt
kosher salt
Black pepper
2 tbsp. white wine vinegar
3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced (about 2 c.)

Instructions

In a food processor, combine salmon, shallot, capers, garlic, 3 teaspoons lemon zest, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 3 tablespoons dill and pulse several times to combine. Add egg white and panko crumbs and pulse until combined. Transfer to a bowl. Divide salmon mixture into 8 patties.
In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt with remaining lemon zest and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Chill until ready to use.
In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar and olive oil. Add cucumber, onion, and remaining dill and toss gently to combine.
Season salmon patties with salt and pepper. Heat a lightly oiled nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook salmon patties until golden and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
Serve salmon cakes with cucumber salad, yogurt dip, and lemon wedges.

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