Featured Heart-Healthy Recipes
Omega-3 Rich Salmon with Quinoa
Packed with heart-healthy fats and complete plant protein.
Ingredients
- 2 wild salmon fillets (6oz each)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup steamed broccoli
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 tsp dill
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 fillet with sides
Calories: 420
Omega-3s: 2.5g
Fiber: 5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Protein: 36g
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rub salmon with olive oil, garlic, dill, and pepper.
- Place lemon slices on top and bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook quinoa according to package directions.
- Steam broccoli until tender-crisp (about 5 minutes).
- Serve salmon over quinoa with steamed broccoli.
Cholesterol-Lowering Oatmeal
With soluble fiber to help reduce LDL cholesterol absorption.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup steel-cut oats
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1/2 banana, sliced
- 1 tbsp chopped walnuts
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1 bowl
Calories: 280
Soluble Fiber: 4g
Omega-3s: 1.5g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Added Sugar: 0g (2g if using honey)
Instructions
- Bring almond milk to a gentle boil.
- Add oats and reduce heat to low.
- Simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in flaxseed.
- Top with banana, walnuts, cinnamon, and honey if using.
