Lunch: Grilled Salmon with Tomato-Basil Salad

Recipe by Judy Kim Fill up on fresh fish and low-carb sides.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Salmon, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Grilled Salmon with Tomato-Basil 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. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

1 pt. cherry tomatoes, halved
1 garlic clove, grated
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
extra-virgin olive oil
4 salmon steaks (1 1/2" to 2" thick)
3 green zucchini, thinly sliced on mandoline
3 yellow zucchini, thinly sliced on mandoline
1 eggplant, thinly sliced on mandoline
1/4 c. chopped basil

Instructions

Preheat grill on medium-high. In a medium mixing bowl toss together cherry tomatoes, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 tablespoon olive oil. Set aside.
On a rimmed sheet pan season salmon, zucchini, and eggplant with salt and pepper; drizzle with olive oil.
Place salmon on grill and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side depending on thickness. Place zucchini and eggplant on grill without overlapping; cook for 1 to 2 minutes per side. Place salmon and vegetables on a clean sheet pan after cooking.
Serve salmon on bed of grilled vegetables. Mix basil with tomato salad and pour over the salmon steaks. Serve immediately.

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