Nothing is more satisfying than when your dinner looks great and makes you feel great. If you’re looking to cook healthier in the new year, look no further than this bright salmon dish. The fish’s deep orange color is complemented by shades of green from the pesto and yellow hues from the turmeric-topped roasted cauliflower. After trying out this recipe, cooking your salmon with a little bit of salt and lemon will be a thing of the past.
You’re probably used to having salmon as a grilled summertime food, but the fatty fish should really be a staple year-round. Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids that reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure and improve heart function. The protein is known to promote healthy skin, enhance eyesight and even promote brain health.
This recipe gives you all those health benefits and tastes really darn good. The salmon adds a generous amount of protein to your diet and the spiced caulflower keeps the meal low-carb without sacrificing flavor. It’s easy, too. All you need to do is season and roast cauliflower, and do the same for your salmon. While your fish and veggies are in the oven, craft a homemade pesto using arugula, basil, nuts, garlic, olive oil and spices. If you’re short on time, pick up a dairy-free pesto from your grocery store.
Serve the salmon with half of the roasted cauliflower, a handful of arugula and top with pesto, chopped pistachios and a squeeze of lime juice. The filling and nutritious salmon dish is one of many easy recipes perfect for home-cooked meals.
Roasted Wild Salmon & Spiced Cauliflower With Pistachio-Arugula Pesto
Ingredients
For the Cauliflower
