This summer noodle bowl is one that I could eat on repeat and never get bored of it. The way all the ingredients come together is magical, and you can serve it at room temp or cold which makes it great for meal prepping or to bring to a picnic. It's high in protein and full of micronutrients that will leave you feeling your best!
Ingredients for your luteal phase: cod, peach, kale, garlic, onion. During the luteal phase, you want to focus on fiber-rich foods to support the large intestine in flushing out excess estrogen and consume nutrient-dense food as your body's metabolism naturally speeds up.
We’re making cod for luteal because it’s high in protein and contains high levels of iodine which helps with thyroid function. It also contains high levels of omega-3s which boosts mood, busts stress, is anti-inflamatory, and aids in progesterone production.
Peaches are great for the luteal phase, because they are hydrating, high in Vitamin C, and are loaded with antioxidants. Many women experience bloating and increased water retention in this phase, so eating hydrating fruits (and drinking more water, of course) allows your body to actually stop holding onto water, reducing bloating. Being high in antioxidants, it also helps prevent inflammation. Lastly, Vitamin C plays an important role in progesterone production which is a key part of this phase.
Kale is high in vitamin E which helps flush out estrogen and is an antioxidant that calms inflammation. Just make sure to cook it because otherwise it contains contain goitrogens (which suppress thyroid function) and can contribute to PCOS. Vitamin E also contributes to healthy progesterone levels, which is important at this time of your cycle.
Onions are one of the easiest ingredients to add to a luteal phase recipe! They are high in antioxidants, help regulate blood sugar levels, and are a great source of manganese and potassium.
Garlic is filled with anti-inflammatory properties, and studies actually show that the consumption of garlic helps significantly reduce premenstrual symptoms with a confidence interval of 95%!
Summer Noodle Bowl
Serves: 4 Active Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients
Peach Noodles
4 Cod filets
2 peaches, diced
Kale, chopped
Chickpea noodles
2 cloves Garlic
Sauce
1/2 cup rice vinegar
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp salt
2 garlic clove
1/3 tsp chili flakes
1/2 tsp sesame oil
1 lime zested and juiced
Serve with
1/2 cup basil
1 cup cilantro
1/2 red onion sliced thinly
Process
1. Make the sauce by combining all the ingredients for the sauce, and set aside
2. Boil water in a medium-sized saucepan and add your chickpea noodles. You’ll want 4 servings of noodles. Cook according to instructions on the box
3. Pat your cod dry then season with salt and pepper. Then, on a skillet over medium-high heat, add avocado oil and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Mix the garlic for 30 seconds so that the oil takes the garlic flavor, then add the cod and cook for around 3 minutes on each side, until fully cooked.
4. Once the cod is cooked, remove from the skillet and set aside. If needed, add a touch more oil then sautée the kale, and peaches over medium heat for 8-10 minutes
5. Combine the noodles with your cod, kale, and peaches, and toss in the sauce. Let it rest in the sauce for 15 minutes so it has time to marinate.
6. Serve with herbs and 1/2 red onion, sliced thinly
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