Salmon has long been touted as one of the healthiest proteins out there-it's filled with omega-3's which are great for your child's heart and brain. Unfortunately, though, it doesn't typically rank high on kids' lists of favorite foods.
Well, we're about to change that. Here are some amazing-and super-healthy!-salmon recipes that will please even the pickiest of eaters.
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Salmon Burgers
Kids (and adults!) love burgers, so why not make them salmon burgers? Top with your child's favorite condiments for a delightful dinner that doesn't stray too far from the familiar.
Pasta salads can get pretty boring-that is, until you swap out plain ol' elbow pasta for orzo and bring some salmon and feta cheese to the party.
And for an added bonus, this recipe uses Sea Pak salmon burgers-pre-made, gluten-free salmon patties that, even on their own, are perfect for those nights when time is at a premium. You can even cook them in the microwave!
A pasta-based dish is a great way to not only sneak in salmon, but lots of veggies as well. This recipe has a homemade pasta sauce that includes celery and carrots for even more vitamin power.
These little balls are the perfect, protein-packed finger food for little hands-and they're much healthier than tater tots. Make a batch and keep in the freezer for an easy lunchbox snack.
A delicious teriyaki sauce is bursting with umami flavor-and perfect for masking the fishy taste of salmon. Serve this with rice and your child's favorite veggies for an easy dinner.
Fact: if something's in nugget form, your kids will probably love it. These salmon nuggets coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs are absolutely delicious when served with your favorite dipping sauce!
Pizzas are the ultimate kid-pleasers, and these individual pies are loaded with lots of fresh vegetables and are a great way to introduce your child to the healthy benefits of salmon.
These deliciously flaky finger foods are equally healthy and delicious and the perfect alternative to deep-fried egg rolls. And using pre-made filo pastry makes these a snap to whip up.
In this recipe, fresh salmon is combined with mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese and green onions and then baked into little rounds of yumminess. With so many delicious flavors, your kids won't even know they're eating fish!
These little crescent roll pockets are filled with cream cheese, salmon, celery, and a little green onion. They're perfectly portable and sure to be a family favorite.