Strawberries are naturally sweet, refreshing and packed with nutrients that support heart health, immune function and overall wellness. Adding strawberries to a meal or snack is an easy way to boost nutrition without much effort.
Health Benefits
- Loaded with vitamin C, which supports immune health
- Rich in antioxidants that help reduce inflammation
- High in fiber, supporting digestive health
- Support heart health by helping reduce LDL cholesterol
- Contain compounds that may help regulate blood sugar
- Provide important nutrients such as manganese and folate
- Low in calories but high in nutrient density
- Contain polyphenols that support brain and cellular health
- High water content to support hydration
- Easy to add to meals, smoothies, yogurt or snacks
Balsamic Glazed Salmon with Strawberry Salsa
Ingredients
- 16 oz Atlantic salmon, skin-on
- 8 T balsamic vinegar
- 8 oz strawberry salsa
- 16 oz zucchini
Salsa
- 3 oz strawberries
- ¾ oz red onion, diced
- ¾ oz jalapeno, diced
- 2 ½ tsp lime juice
- 2 ½ tsp honey
- Fresh cilantro
Directions
- Cut salmon into 4 oz portions.
- Add balsamic vinegar to salmon and marinate for 6 hours.
- Make strawberry salsa and set aside. Chill.
- Cut zucchini in half-moons.
- Lay salmon in a sheet pan and season with salt.
- Cook salmon and zucchini in a preheated 375°F oven until internal temperature reaches 135°F or until tender.
- Assemble
Strawberry Salsa
1. Clean and wash strawberries.
2. Dice strawberries.
3. Chop cilantro, red onion and jalapenos.
4. Add honey and lime juice.
5. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
Serves four
Nutrition per serving – calories: 230, fat: 5g, cholesterol: 95mg, sodium: 70mg, carbohydrate: 16g, protein: 30g
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