Salmon is a delicious and very versatile fish that can be prepared in many different ways. In addition, it offers many health benefits thanks to its nutrients. In this post, we will give you a healthy way to prepare your salmon recipes.
Salmon, a source of fatty acids
Salmon is an excellent source of high-biological-value protein, ideal for your meals. Every 100 grams of salmon provides between 18 and 22 grams of protein. It is also an excellent source of Omega 3: this essential fatty acid found in salmon benefits cardiovascular health and has anti-inflammatory properties. In addition, Omega 3 is essential for the development and maintenance of the brain, helping improve memory and concentration.
Salmon is a food rich in vitamins and minerals, including B vitamins, such as B12, and minerals such as potassium, selenium, and magnesium, all of which are important for the proper functioning of our body.
Preparation
You can enjoy salmon in many different ways, whether grilled, baked, or even prepared as sushi. Its mild flavor and firm texture make it a highly valued ingredient in gastronomy. Dare to include it in your recipes and take advantage of all its health benefits! In this post, we tell you two delicious and quick ways to prepare it, so you can benefit from all its properties:
Tostadas de salmón ahumado con aguacate, en pan integral
¿Qué necesitas?
- 1 tostadora
- 1 plato
- 1 cuchillo
- 1 cuchara
Ingredients
- 60 gramos de salmón ahumado
- 1/2 aguacate mediano
- 2 rebanadas de pan integral
- pimienta o especias al gusto
Instructions
- Comenzamos tostando las dos rebanadas de pan en una tostadora, o en una sartén.
- Mientras, continuaremos cortando el aguacate por la mitad, con la ayuda de un cuchillo. Retiramos el hueso y hacemos rebanadas al aguacate antes de retirarlo de la cáscara. Sacamos con la cuchara las rebanadas y colocamos sobre el pan tostado.
- Colocamos las lonchas de salmón ahumado encima el aguacate. De forma opcional, podemos añadir un chorrito de limón.
- Añadimos especias (pimienta, cilantro, etc) o sal al gusto y listo.
Salmón al horno con espárragos
¿Qué necesitas?
- 1 cuchillo
- 1 tabla de cortar
- 1 recipiente para horno
- 1 plato
Ingredients
- 2 filetes de salmón (150-200 gramos por unidad)
- 200 gramos de espárragos verdes naturales
- 50 ml de aceite de oliva virgen extra
- sal y pimienta al gusto
- 1 limón
- perejil
Instructions
- Comenzamos lavando los espárragos con abundante agua. Sobre una tabla e cortar, cortamos los tallos.
- Sobre la bandeja del horno, colocaremos papel de plata o el recipiente apto para horno que vayamos a emplear. Colocamos los espárragos.
- Colocamos los filetes de salmón junto con los espárragos.
- Añadimos aceite de oliva virgen extra sobre el salmón y los espárragos. También, incorporamos sal y pimienta al gusto.
- Precalentamos el horno a 200ºC.
- Sobre la tabla de cortar, partimos el limón por la mitad y cortamos varias rodajas. Colocamos sobre el salmón.
- Horneamos durante 10-15 minutos o hasta que el salmón comience a dorarse. Emplatamos y listo.
Other details to bear in mind
Now that we have our salmon recipe, all that remains is to add the finishing touch with a zero-calorie sauce from the sauzero brand. You will be surprised by how flavorful they are and the number of possibilities you have for your fish recipe or any other dish. We decided to use the soy sauce, but you can choose any of the options available on the website.