Salmon Weight Loss Retreat Recipe

Salmon is one of the most healthy food choices you could make. You need to choose wisely when buying your salmon because it depends on the species, diet and environment. Here at FitFarms we opt for sockeye salmon which is wild caught salmon. This type of salmon is always leaner it's also higher in omega 3 fatty acids and has a very low contamination level. Another really good quality salmon is Coho but we find it hard to buy as it's not so common. Here is some more information on good quality fish.

The one we advise to stay away from is farmed salmon. Farmed salmon tends to be higher in saturated fat and lots lower in the omega 3 healthy fats which is essential for keeping a healthy heart, brain and mental health. When you buy farmed salmon you rarely know the quality of the farm which means there will be potential exposure to chemicals or antibiotics.

If you would like to learn more about our FitFarms nutrition we have a great page on the website called program page

FitFarms Weight Loss Resort Sockeye Salmon with Lemon and Herbs

Ingredients

2 x six oz sockeye salmon fillets

1 x tablespoon rapeseed oil (don't use olive oil as we will be pan frying. Olive oil has a flashpoint level of 150 degrees when it goes over it produces trans fats which is unhealthy.

1 x teaspoon of good quality sea salt.

1 x teaspoon of black pepper.

1 x teaspoon of garlic powder or you can use 2 cloves of fresh garlic finely chopped

1 x teaspoon of fresh rosemary or thyme (it adds a great depth to the taste)

1/2 lemon squeezed

Chop the other half of the lemon and use for garnish.

Preparation Instructions

1. The best way to prepare salmon is use a paper towel and pat the fillets to make sure they're dry. Then sprinkle both sides with salt, pepper and garlic.

2. Using a good quality non stick pan heat the rapeseed oil over a high heat.

3. Next is to cook the salmon. Always cook fish skin side first and don't move them to ensure that the fish takes in all the heat. 5 minutes on the skin side and then 3 minutes on the non skin side.

4. Now you need to add the herbs and lemon. With the fillets still in the pan simply sprinkle on the thyme and rosemary and gently squeeze the lemon juice over the fillets in the last minute of cooking.

At FitFarms we serve with fibrous vegetables like green beans or asparagus.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 300 - Protein 25 grams - Healthy fats 18 grams which are mostly omega 3 - Carbs 7 grams