The simplest, best way to cook a delicious salmon

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I love salmon.  Not only is it delicious, but it also has great health benefits (especially Wild Alaskan Salmon).  Here are just some of the top benefits:

  1. Excellent source of Omega-3 fatty acids (click here for the benefits of Omega-3’s)
  2. Increases cardiovascular health
  3. Treats inflammatory joint conditions and protects joints from future problems
  4. Great source of Vitamin D
  5. Decreased cancer risk
  6. Helps build your brain (especially for children)
  7. Helps you sleep better
  8. Protects your eye sight
  9. Helps you become smarter and happier

When I am in a rush (usually when I am cooking dinner mid-week) I roast salmon fillets and pair them with a simple salad or brown rice.  I find roasting to be the simplest, best way to cook a delicious salmon, and here is how I do it:

  • 2 6-ouce salmon fillets (I sometimes purchase mine frozen from Whole Foods. In the freezer section, they carry a bag with 6 fillets, 6-ounces each, for just $19.99. That’s just $3.33 a salmon and if paired with brown rice or salad, it can be less than $4 a meal!)
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees.

Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet (FYI I always line my baking sheets so that cleanup is easier).  Sprinkle the salmon fillets with salt and pepper (as much as you would like and feel comfortable with.  Remember too much salt is bad, so go heavier with the pepper).  Roast the salmons until they are done, which varies depending on your oven.  It usually takes me 20-25 minutes to get a nice crusty top (YUM!).  Serve with a simple salad or with brown rice.  Enjoy this amazing super food meal!

Lots of love,

Judith