From a healthy heart to a sharp mind, eating salmon once or twice a week has many health benefits. However, salmon has a strong flavor that can be difficult to please children and picky adults. If the addition of salmon to your weekly menu has been met with whines and complaints, try these three Alaskan sockeye salmon recipes that are sure to please even the pickiest eaters.
Salmon Wellington
With fluffy puff pastry, spring greens and creamy goat cheese, beef wellington is a dish that pleases a crowd. Make this classic dish healthier by swapping the beef for salmon. Use premade puff pastry dough for a quick dinner. Sauté fresh greens with mushrooms, lightly sear your salmon and fill pastry pockets with all ingredients. Add a sprinkle of cheese to each pocket and bake to golden perfection.
Salmon Patties with Mac and Cheese
Fish sticks and macaroni is a classic childhood dish, so put a new spin on it by trading the fish sticks for heart-healthy salmon patties. With their mild flavor and uniform texture, patties are one of the most kid-friendly Alaskan sockeye salmon recipes.
Saucy Salmon Sandwiches
If you like juicy hamburgers, you’ll love a saucy salmon sandwich. Make the tangy mustard sauce by mixing plain yogurt with yellow mustard, honey and Worcestershire sauce. Grill your salmon patties, and place them on a toasted bun. Top with shredded cabbage, onion, tomato and a generous helping of your mustard sauce.
