This delicious Salmon and Broccoli salad is from Pippa Campbell's book 'Eat Right, Balance Hormones.' It helps uncover the root cause of hormonal imbalances and shows how you can adjust your diet in order to achieve a better balance.
Ingredients
Serves 2
150g Tenderstem broccoli
110g French beans, trimmed
1 small bulb fennel, cut into thin wedges
2 tbsp Olive Oil
1 tsp Sesame seeds
Salt and pepper
2 Handfuls rocket
2 Salmon fillets, cooked
Dressing:
2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp Apple dicer vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 Clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper
Method
Halve any thick broccoli stems lengthwise then tip into a bowl along with the french beans and fennel. Drizzle over the olive oil then add the sesame seeds and season well with salt and pepper.
Heat a griddle pan over a high heat and cook the vegetables for 6-7 minutes, turning halfway through, until charred and just tender.
Whisk the dressing ingredients together then toss the vegetables and rocket. Serve with the cooked salmon fillets.
Salmon is particularly beneficial during perimenopause primarily due to its high omega-3 fatty acid content. Omega-3 fatty acids, especially EPA and DHA found in fatty fish like salmon, are known for their anti-inflammatory properties, which can help alleviate joint pain and stiffness commonly experienced during perimenopause. These fatty acids also play a crucial role in cardiovascular health, helping to reduce the risk of heart diseases, which becomes a greater concern during and after perimenopause due to hormonal changes. Additionally, the high-quality protein in salmon supports muscle mass maintenance, important for metabolic health as the body’s metabolism often slows during perimenopause. Salmon is also a good source of vitamin D, which is vital for bone health, an important consideration as the risk of osteoporosis increases during this phase. The combination of these nutrients makes salmon an excellent dietary choice for addressing several key health aspects associated with perimenopause.
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