The omega-3 fatty acids in the salmon have metabolism-boosting properties. This dish also features Resistant Starch, a fat-fighting carbohydrate, from the potatoes and fiber in the greens. Salmon, like tuna, is packed with metabolism-boosting omega-3 fatty acids. This dish also features CLA in the cheese, and RS from the potatoes and the fiber in the greens.
Preparation time: 8 minutes
Cooking time: 12 minutes
Makes: 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 Findus salmon fillet
- Cooking spray
- 2 medium potatoes
- 4 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons low-fat balsamic vinaigrette
- 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation:
- Heat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Coat fish with cooking spray.
- Add fish to pan, and cook 6 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
- While fish cooks, pierce potatoes with a fork; arrange in a circle on paper towels in a microwave oven. Microwave on the highest heat setting for 8 to 10 minutes, rearranging potatoes after 5 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes.
- Cut cooked potatoes in half, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and cheese.
- Combine greens, tomatoes, and vinaigrette in a bowl; toss gently.
- Cut lemon in half, and squeeze lemon juice over fish. Serve with potatoes and salad.
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