Looking for a low carbohydrate meal option then this is recipe is ideal. Salmon, eggs and spinach combine really well together as a breakfast or lunch option that will keep you full for hours.
This is a good example of a mixed meal, containing a good source of all three macronutrients. It would be a great option on a day when you are prioritising protein intake, healthy fat intake and immune supporting nutrients such as omega-3, Vitamin C, and Zinc.
Health Benefits
Polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), including Omega-3 are essential fatty acids, meaning they cannot be produced by the body and need to be obtained through the diet. Omega-3's have been shown to be a natural anti-inflammatory which may help improve joint pain caused by inflammation.
Expert Tips
Salmon is a great source of Omega-3 and adding it to your meals 2-3 times per week is an easy way of increasing Omega-3 in your diet.
Equipment
Non-stick oven dish or pan
Oven
Mixing bowl
Ingredients
1Salmon fillet(or 100 g smoked salmon)
7Free-range egg
3Spring onions(chopped)
100gFeta cheese(crumbled)
2handfulBaby spinach
1tbspExtra virgin olive oil
3
Instructions
Bake the salmon fillet at 180°C for 25 minutes before breaking up into small chunks. Alternatively, if using smoked salmon, slice into small pieces.
Place a small non-stick oven dish or pan containing 1 Tbsp of extra virgin olive oil in the oven for 5 minutes in order to pre-heat.
In the meantime, beat the eggs in a large bowl and then mix in all the other ingredients in a bowl.
Next, pour this egg mixture into a preheated dish, along with the chunks of salmon.
Bake for 20 minutes and serve.
Notes
1 portion of salmon, spinach & feta frittata is the equivalent to 250g