Chia Crusted Seared Salmon

 

Chia Crusted Seared Salmon

Kaliste Kimball

This is a super simple recipe, but salmon is one of the most overlooked superfoods that is easy to make and DELICIOUS. One important tip though: make sure all salmon (or any fish, for that matter) that you purchase is WILD. Do NOT buy farmed fish. They might look similar, but the nutritional properties of the two are like night and day when you compare them. If you want to maximize the benefits of eating fish for nutritional purposes, make sure your fish is wild. A good place to find wild salmon is Trader Joe's. You might also have to go to a health food store or local fish market. It is difficult to find wild salmon in regular supermarkets. 

Ingredients

2 4-6 oz wild salmon filets

1 lemon

Sea salt or pink Himalayan salt

Sprinkle of pepper

2 tsp chia seeds

Coconut oil

 Tools

Iron Skillet

Spatula 

Directions

           

Sprinkle salt and pepper of desired amount onto salmon filet. Sprinkle 1 tsp of chia seeds onto each salmon filet. Melt coconut oil in iron skillet on medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Sear salmon for 2-4 minutes on each side, according to how thoroughly cooked you like your salmon. Serve on a plate and squeeze fresh lemon juice onto your salmon and enjoy!

Be sure to pair this great portion of protein and healthy fats with some veggies for a complete meal! Asparagus or green beans are my favorite sides for salmon!