Super Healthy Salmon with Garlic Yoghurt and Wilted Greens
Salmon is a wonder ingredient when it comes to skin health as it is full of the 'skin saviour' Omega 3 fatty acids which basically help to prevent or combat all skin problems from acne to redness to the effects of ageing! Because of this, salmon is, in my mind, a 'super duper food' and I try to have it as often as I can.
This recipe is probably one of the most health beneficial on the blog as it also contains wilted greens, one of the most nutrient dense foods in existence, yoghurt, packed with good-for-bacteria as well as calcium and vitamin D, and garlic, which boosts the immune system and wards off colds and flus.
So essentially, this meal is health on a plate but not only that it tastes pretty incredible too! The fresh flavours of the zingy yoghurt and wilted greens are wonderfully balanced by the richness of the salmon and the crispy skin making this a great meal for any time of the week!
Super Healthy Salmon with Garlic Yoghurt and Wilted Greens
Serves 2
2 tsp good quality oil (I use rapeseed), plus a little extra
2 salmon fillets
2 handfuls of shredded spring greens (collard greens)
2 garlic cloves, very finely chopped
4 spring onions, finely chopped
200g fat-free yoghurt
4 tsp fresh chives, finely chopped
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the greens, once you've given them a good wash, place them into a steamer tray and steam for 8-10 minutes.
For the salmon, pour the oil onto your clean hands then rub the salmon fillets all over, making sure they are covered in the oil. Season with salt and pepper on both sides then place skin-side-down in a frying pan over a medium-high heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the skin has browned then turn over and cook for another 1-2 minutes until cooked through.
Just before the dish is ready to be served, prepare the sauce. Sauté the garlic and spring onions in a little oil, until they both soften slightly. Transfer the yoghurt into a small bowl, add the sautéed garlic and spring onions along with the chives and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.
To serve, place half the greens onto the centre of a plate, then place the salmon on top. Spoon half the yoghurt sauce over the salmon. Repeat for the other plate and serve.
This recipe is probably one of the most health beneficial on the blog as it also contains wilted greens, one of the most nutrient dense foods in existence, yoghurt, packed with good-for-bacteria as well as calcium and vitamin D, and garlic, which boosts the immune system and wards off colds and flus.
So essentially, this meal is health on a plate but not only that it tastes pretty incredible too! The fresh flavours of the zingy yoghurt and wilted greens are wonderfully balanced by the richness of the salmon and the crispy skin making this a great meal for any time of the week!
Super Healthy Salmon with Garlic Yoghurt and Wilted Greens
Serves 2
2 tsp good quality oil (I use rapeseed), plus a little extra
2 salmon fillets
2 handfuls of shredded spring greens (collard greens)
2 garlic cloves, very finely chopped
4 spring onions, finely chopped
200g fat-free yoghurt
4 tsp fresh chives, finely chopped
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the greens, once you've given them a good wash, place them into a steamer tray and steam for 8-10 minutes.
For the salmon, pour the oil onto your clean hands then rub the salmon fillets all over, making sure they are covered in the oil. Season with salt and pepper on both sides then place skin-side-down in a frying pan over a medium-high heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the skin has browned then turn over and cook for another 1-2 minutes until cooked through.
Just before the dish is ready to be served, prepare the sauce. Sauté the garlic and spring onions in a little oil, until they both soften slightly. Transfer the yoghurt into a small bowl, add the sautéed garlic and spring onions along with the chives and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.
To serve, place half the greens onto the centre of a plate, then place the salmon on top. Spoon half the yoghurt sauce over the salmon. Repeat for the other plate and serve.
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