Lunch: Greek Salmon and Veggie Packets

Salmon is a good source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. This is a tasty and healthy way to cook it along with some nutrient-rich low carb veggies.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Salmon, Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Greek Salmon and Veggie Packets

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

Cooking spray
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, minced
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into thin strips
4 4-ounce salmon fillets, skinless
2 teaspoons olive oil

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray 4, 8x8-inch sheets of aluminum foil with cooking spray. Set aside.
Combine lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt (optional) and pepper in a small bowl.  Set aside.
Place ¼ of zucchini, onion and bell pepper on each sheet of foil. Top each one with a salmon fillet.
Pour ¼ of lemon juice mixture over each salmon fillet. Top with ½ teaspoon olive oil.
Bring foil sides up on both sides and seal. Place on baking sheet and bake in oven for 20 minutes.
Safety Tip: Be careful when opening the foil packets because the steam can burn you.
MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Confirm all ingredients are gluten-free and this dish is gluten-free.

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