Salmon: A Superfood for Your Low Carb Lifestyle

Salmon can be a heart-healthy and delicious addition to your low carb lifestyle.

February is American Heart Month, the perfect time to feature a heart-healthy superfood like salmon. Salmon, in addition to other cold-water fish like tuna, can be an excellent addition to your low carb lifestyle.

What is a Superfood?

A superfood is generally thought to be loaded with nutrients and antioxidants and may help promote optimal health.

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Why is Salmon Considered a Superfood?

Salmon earns its superfood status because it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Certain omega 3s may decrease triglyceride levels, slow the rate of coronary artery calcium build-up and lower blood pressure, as well as decrease inflammation and support brain health. Salmon is also a good source of satisfying and muscle-building protein and B vitamins.

As part of your low carb lifestyle, try to eat at least two servings a week (3.5 ounces) of salmon, or other fatty cold-water fish like halibut and tuna.

Featured Salmon Recipe for American Heart Month

A light cucumber relish tempers the heat of the flavorful blackening rub that gives heart-healthy salmon its crispy finish. This all rests on a bed of creamy mashed cauliflower.

Blackened Salmon with Cucumber Relish and Cauliflower

Salmon is Good for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks

Think scrambles or omelets with salmon, salads with salmon, all sorts of entrees and salmon roll-ups or salmon stacks as snacks.

Low Carb Salmon Recipes

Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy meal or something more elaborate, there are plenty of delicious ways to enjoy salmon as part of your low carb lifestyle. Try one of our featured recipes or browse the Atkins library for more ideas.

Now is a great time to make heart-healthy salmon part of your low carb lifestyle. Not only is it a superfood, it’s also delicious and easy to prepare.