Zinc & Omega-3 Power Salad Bowl

Supports Testosterone & Men’s Hormonal Health

Ingredients:

✅ Zinc-Rich:

1. ½ cup cooked chickpeas (or lentils)
2. 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds (raw or roasted)
3. 1 soft-boiled egg (optional, but great for zinc and protein)

✅ Omega-3s:

1. 1 fillet (4–6 oz) wild-caught salmon (grilled or baked)
2. 1 tbsp ground flaxseeds or 1 tsp flaxseed oil
3. 1 tbsp walnuts, chopped

✅ Healthy Fats:

1. ½ avocado, sliced
2. 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for dressing)

✅ Leafy Greens:

1. 1 cup baby spinach
2. ½ cup arugula
3. ¼ cup chopped kale (lightly massaged with olive oil to soften)

✅ Extras (optional):

1. Squeeze of lemon
2. Sea salt and black pepper to taste
3. Pinch of chili flakes or turmeric (anti-inflammatory)

🥣 Instructions:

1. Cook the salmon: Grill or bake salmon fillet with sea salt, black pepper, and olive oil (10–15 minutes at 375°F).
2. Prep the greens: Combine spinach, arugula, and kale in a large bowl. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and lemon juice, then gently massage the greens.
3. Assemble the bowl:Top greens with chickpeas, avocado slices, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and flaxseeds.
4. Add salmon and egg: Place grilled salmon and soft-boiled egg on top.
5. Finish: Drizzle with more olive oil if desired, and season with sea salt, pepper, and turmeric.

💡 Nutrition Highlights:

1. Zinc: Chickpeas, pumpkin seeds, egg
2. Omega-3s: Salmon, flaxseeds, walnuts
3. Healthy Fats: Avocado, olive oil, egg yolk
4. Leafy Greens: Spinach, arugula, kale

Functional Medicine LA Tip:

This bowl is perfect for lunch or post-workout recovery. It balances macro-nutrients and delivers hormone-supportive micro-nutrients in every bite. Want to amplify the benefit? Pair it with a glass of water infused with lemon and ginger to support detoxification.

At Functional Medicine Los Angeles, we encourage incorporating meals like this one into your routine to naturally promote hormonal balance and overall wellness. Our team also provides specialized care through functional medicine Studio City, ensuring more communities benefit from holistic and science-based nutrition.

If you’re ready to take a proactive step toward better health, Functional Medicine Los Angeles offers personalized plans that blend nutrition, testing, and lifestyle strategies for optimal results. For men seeking a tailored approach, our skilled functional medicine doctors design personalized nutrition and lifestyle plans that optimize digestion, energy, and long-term vitality.