Heart Healthy Almond Crusted Salmon Recipe
Tender, herb-adorned salmon pairs perfectly with a light frisée salad in this easy, flavorful dish. Almonds add a delightful crunch that makes each bite of this healthy seafood recipe top tier.
Ingredients
Recipe yields 2 servings
2 salmon fillets, 1 1/2-inch thick (4 oz each)
1/4 cup unsalted sliced blanched almonds
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp chopped fresh oregano or dried oregano
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp chopped fresh parsley
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/8 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
2 cups frisee
1 cup green beans, trimmed and blanched
1 Tbsp low fat plain Greek yogurt (gluten free if needed)
1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp dried cranberries
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/8 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
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Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400°. Wash and pat salmon dry. With a piece of foil, make a square, lifting the sides to create a ridge on all sides. Lightly coat the foil with nonstick cooking spray. Arrange the salmon on the foil.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine almonds, oil, oregano, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
Step 3
Top the salmon with the almond mixture, covering the top and all edges. Bake the salmon for 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for at least 5 minutes at room temperature.
Step 4
Meanwhile, make the salad. In a bowl, toss all the salad ingredients. Serve the salmon with the salad. Drizzle salmon with additional fresh lemon juice, if desired.
Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 472
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Dietary Review:
Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 4 oz salmon, 1 1/2 cups salad
Per serving:
calories:472
total fat:33g
sat fat:3g
cholesterol:66mg
sodium:216mg
total carb:16g
fibers:4g
proteins:26g
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About This Healthy Recipe
Looking for a quick and easy, gluten-free salmon recipe that is both delicious and nutritious? Well, the search is over, as we have just the recipe for you! This deliciously simple almond crusted salmon recipe can be made in just about 30 minutes. And even better, it’s low in saturated fat (3g) and loaded with omega-3 fats, making it a deliciously heart healthy option. When it seems like this salmon cant get any better, it does. Since this recipe is low in carbohydrates (16g) and loaded with protein (26g) it’s not just good for the heart, but diabetic friendly too. This salmon is seasoned with a variety of spices and crusted with toasted almonds, so your tastebuds will never get bored. Make this simple recipe for dinner tonight, or lunch tomorrow, for a satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy!
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