Salmon with Citrus Salsa

This episode of Biblio Bistro features Salmon with Citrus Salsa which highlights fresh plum tomatoes and basil. Tomatoes are usually available at Farmers Markets in late-summer through early fall. Basil is usually available at Farmers Markets in mid-summer. Fresh fish can also be found at our local farmers markets or you can search here.

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Healthy Eating Tips from Dietitian Meghan

  • Tomato – Tomatoes are abundant with vitamins and minerals that are linked with heart health.
  • Pineapple – This tropical fruit contains enzymes that help with digestion. For those that have a slower digestive system, eating pineapple is a natural way to help keep things moving in the gut!
  • Trout – Most fish, trout included, are considered to be heart healthy proteins. Fish is generally a lean (low-fat) protein option, but even those that are fattier contain healthful fats, which are linked to improved heart and brain health.

Cooking Tips from Michael

  • Fish should have an internal temp of 145 degrees F before eating.
  • You can also check to see if the fish is fully cooked with the fork test. It should easily flake and have a slight firmness.
  • If you don’t like to eat the skin, you can lift the spatula underneath to separate the flesh from the skin. The skin is edible for those that enjoy eating it.

Fish Facts from Dr. Lauren

  • You can generally swap out whatever type of fish you prefer in recipes. Fish like salmon tend to have a bolder flavor, so if trying fish for the first-time white fish or trout may be a good starting point.
  • ~80% of our seafood is imported, so often when you buy fresh fish from the grocery stores, it is not from our region or even from the US.
  • Fish is considered to be one of the most sustainable proteins when compared to beef, chicken, or pork.
  • To catch your own fish, you’d need a state license, bait, tackle, fishing pole, fishing string and hooks.
  • For farm-raised vs wild-caught fish, the nutritional profile is typically pretty similar. Generally, the most important thing is that the fishery is following appropriate quality and safety measures.

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