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A Recipe for Hormone Balance | Natural Women's Health Tips

June 27, 20261 min read

Hormone-Friendly Salmon & Quinoa Power Bowl

A balanced meal rich in protein, healthy fats, fibre, and colourful vegetables can help support stable energy levels, healthy blood sugar, and overall hormonal wellbeing. This nourishing bowl is simple to prepare and perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

  • 150g grilled salmon

  • ½ cup cooked quinoa

  • 1 cup baby spinach

  • ½ cup roasted broccoli

  • ½ avocado, sliced

  • ¼ cup cucumber, diced

  • ¼ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

  • Juice of ½ lemon

  • Salt and cracked black pepper to taste

Method

  1. Cook the quinoa according to the packet instructions and allow it to cool slightly.

  2. Grill or bake the salmon until cooked through.

  3. Arrange the spinach, quinoa, broccoli, cucumber, tomatoes, and avocado in a serving bowl.

  4. Top with the cooked salmon and sprinkle over the pumpkin seeds.

  5. Drizzle with olive oil and fresh lemon juice.

  6. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Why You'll Love It

This nutrient-dense meal combines high-quality protein, omega-3 healthy fats, fibre, and antioxidants that support overall health and wellbeing. Salmon provides omega-3 fatty acids, while quinoa offers slow-release carbohydrates and plant protein. The colourful vegetables add fibre and essential vitamins, and avocado and pumpkin seeds contribute healthy fats and important minerals that support a balanced, nourishing diet.

Please note: This recipe is intended as general nutrition information and is not a substitute for personalised medical or dietary advice. If you have specific health conditions or dietary requirements, seek advice from your qualified healthcare professional or Accredited Practising Dietitian.

Matilde Olsen

Matilde Olsen

Hormone Therapist in Functional Medicine

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