Salmon and Salad Bowl

This incredibly nutrient-dense meal is from Angela Gourlay who won our Nutrient Density Challenge. Angela said,

“This is one of my favourite go-to salads during the week for lunch or dinner. It’s fresh, satisfying and easy to prepare in advance. I like to finish off the salad with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and chopped fresh dill.”

The salmon and mussels provide a solid dose of protein, omega 3, zinc, selenium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, choline, B6, B5, B3, B2 and B1 while the greens provide magnesium, copper, calcium, K, C, A and folate to provide a highly satiating and nutrient-dense meal.

Macros

One serving of this recipe provides 378 calories, 49 g of protein, 12 g of fat and 16 g net carbs.

Micronutrients

The Cronometer screengrab below shows the nutrients provided by 2000 calories of this recipe relative to the Optimal Nutrient Intakes.

Ingredients

100 g broccoli
50 g spinach
50 g chard, Swiss
25 g watercress
50 g red bell peppers
100 g salmon
50 g mushrooms
75 g mussels
3 asparagus spears

Directions

Wash and slice all the vegetables and leaves into bite-size salad bits.
Place into sealable containers (if taking to work) or place in a bowl if eating immediately.
Add fresh or canned seafood.

Suitable for

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