Salmon broccoli lemon thyme salad

Did you know broccoli is a superfood? This salmon broccoli lemon thyme salad is full of omega 3s from the Safcol wild-caught salmon and vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibre from the broccoli, oh and it tastes pretty good too….

Salmon is a great source of protein, which helps keep this salad satisfying. 

Ashleigh Feltham (MNutrDiet)

This salad will take your taste buds on a culinary journey. The Safcol Salmon Lemon and Thyme adds flavour second to none. Salmon is also a great source of protein, which helps keep this salad satisfying. It is a great source of omega 3 fat needed for normal brain health. Over 60% of your brain is made of fat with the most prevalent fat in the brain consisting of an omega 3 fat type. Omega 3 fat is also needed for your heart, arteries and eyes to function normally and may also help reduce symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Salmon is also a great source of ‘haem’ or animal-based iron, this type of iron is better absorbed by your body than plant ‘non-haem’ iron. Iron plays a crucial role in helping oxygen be transported around your body.

Wholemeal penne pasta will help your gut stay healthy as a source of resistant starch and soluble fibre. These two types of fibre help to feed the good bacteria in your gut which helps to keep you healthy. Extra virgin olive oil will help the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K be absorbed properly. Olive oil will also assist the omega 3 fat in keeping your cholesterol levels in desired ranges of more ‘good’ HDL cholesterol which help remove the cholesterol from your arteries and less ‘bad’ LDL cholesterol. LDL cholesterol can build up and form plaques in your arteries which can lead to a heart attack.

Broccoli provides a source of non-haem iron, fibre and vitamin A needed for a healthy immune function and optimal eyesight. The cherry tomatoes will help keep your heart healthy and prostate functioning well tomatoes contain a powerful antioxidant called lycopene. Lemon as a good source of vitamin C will assist vitamin A to keep your immune system functioning optimally. Vitamin C also plays a role in collagen formation, and this is needed for healthy ligaments, tendons and skin. Make sure you save this recipe for the next time you feel like a salad which is both nutritious and delicious.

This nutritional information has been created using the foodstandards.gov.au online tool. While every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, it should be considered a guide only.