Salmon is often called the "queen of salmon". This fish is an excellent source of protein and an amazing product from which you can prepare a variety of unique dishes.
100 g of salmon contains half the daily value of protein, as well as a large amount of calcium, magnesium, sodium, zinc, phosphorus and fluoride, as well as iodine and omega-3 acid. In addition, this fish contains impressive "portions" of vitamins A, B, C, D, H, etc. Regular consumption of salmon allows you to improve immunity, improve the work of the cardiovascular and nervous systems.
Salmon should be used with caution by people who are allergic to any seafood.
Salmon baked in foil
A delicious and beautifully festive dish - salmon baked in foil. This cooking method helps to preserve the maximum nutrients of the fish.
Ingredients:
- salmon steak - 4 pcs.;
- soft cheese - 150 g;
- lemon - 0.5 pcs.;
- ripe tomato - 4 pcs.;
- dill greens - 1 bunch;
- salt - 0.5 tsp;
- pepper - to taste;
- sour cream - 4 tsp;
- refined vegetable oil - 2 tsp
First, you need to thoroughly rinse and gently dry the salmon steaks. The same should be done with herbs and tomatoes. Then the salmon steaks are lightly sprinkled with salt and pepper, if desired, you can use your favorite seasoning for the fish. From above you need to squeeze out the juice of half a lemon.
The cheese should be grated on a coarse grater, and the tomatoes should be cut into thin circles. From the dill, you need to cut off the tough "legs" and remove the spoiled twigs.
Form small "pockets" from the foil folded in two layers, taking into account the fact that they will be closed from above. The pockets should be lightly greased with vegetable oil. It is important not to overdo it here, because the fish produces fat during baking. One steak is placed in each pocket, on top - a little dill, circles of tomatoes and grated cheese. Top the steaks should be gently and evenly greased with sour cream.
The pockets should be “closed” and placed in the oven at 180 ° C. Bake for about 30 minutes. 5-7 minutes before readiness, it is imperative to open the foil so that the top of the dish is covered with an appetizing golden crust.
Salmon salad with kiwi
Surprise your guests by whipping up a juicy fresh salad of lightly salted salmon.
Ingredients:
- slightly salted salmon fillet - 100 g;
- kiwi - 1 pc.;
- sweet pepper - 1 pc.;
- lemon juice - 1 tablespoon;
- onions - 0, 5 pcs.;
- olive oil - 1 tablespoon;
- sugar - to taste;
- salt - to taste;
- pepper - to taste.
First you need to cut the salmon fillets into thin slices. Then rinse the kiwi and bell peppers thoroughly. Peel the kiwi, cut in half and cut each half into slices. The onion is peeled and cut into thin half rings. Peppers should be seeded and cut into strips.
Prepare the dressing separately by mixing lemon juice, salt, sugar, pepper and olive oil. The mixture is whipped thoroughly.
All ingredients are mixed directly in the serving platter and poured over the sauce.
