You’re
thinking what I’m thinking....or dreaming.. Let’s take
advantage of this sizzling weather and relax with friends over a BBQ. Sound good?
I think so. So what are we
cooking?
Did I hear
someone say salmon? Fantastic
choice. I do love salmon. There’s simply something about its coral and
rose coloured flesh that always makes my belly shimmy in joy.
Why salmon?
Along with
other fatty fish, it’s rich in omega-3 polyunsaturated fats of course! These essential fatty acids have been well
documented for their heart protective role.
What’s more is that an Australian
study in Nutrients implied that
omega-3s may play a role in appetite suppression and a shift in metabolism for
the accretion of lean body tissue. Obviously
we need long-term and well controlled studies to confirm these effects but it certainly
is food for thought.
Don’t
forget that PUFA rich diets can lower your levels of plasma triacylglycerols and
cholesterol too. This does not mean
loading up your plate with PUFA rich oils.
Instead, trade in your saturated fats from butter, baking, processed
foods and takeaway meals for nuts, fish, walnuts, soybeans, DHA fortified
margarine and canola oil to name a few.
Stuffed salmon
But that’s
certainly enough geek talk for now. Here’s a
great suggestion for a BBQ.
Last
summer, a wonderful French lady I know picked up a large fresh salmon from a
fishmonger. She then proceeded to fill
the centre with sliced onions, carrots and tomatoes. We dressed the salmon with lemon juice,
freshly cracked black pepper and dried herbs.
After wrapping it in aluminium foil, pop it in the oven or on a blazing hot
BBQ for a remarkably regal feast.
Believe me;
your guests will be blown away by this exquisite meal. While that’s cooking, escape the heat for
some fresh air with my Spanish Sangria.
Have a
wonderful weekend everybody! Please don’t
hesitate to share your favourite salmon recipes below.
I love hearing from you.
