Thanksgiving (III)
Thanksgiving seafood can be a wonderful alternative or addition to traditional turkey-centric meals. Here's a delicious Mediterranean recipe for a seafood main course.
Herb-Crusted Salmon with Lemon-Dill Sauce
Ingredients:
For the salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the lemon-dill sauce:
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream for a richer sauce)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, chopped parsley, chopped dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Brush each fillet with the herb mixture, making sure to coat them evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and has a nice golden crust.
While the salmon is baking, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, chopped dill, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
This is a light and flavorful option for a Thanksgiving meal, especially for those who want to infuse healthy, Mediterranean cuisine into their Thanksgiving meal.
Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding
Pumpkin Chia Seed Pudding is a healthy, fiber-rich dessert option that captures the warm flavors of autumn. It's packed with nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids from the chia seeds and beta-carotene from the pumpkin. Enjoy this as a dessert or as breakfast!
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice mix (or a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves)
- Optional toppings: chopped nuts, shredded coconut, dark chocolate, or a dollop of Greek yogurt
Instructions:
In a mixing bowl, whisk together chia seeds, almond milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pumpkin spice mix.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. This allows the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken.
Before serving, stir to prevent clumping. Once the pudding reaches your desired consistency, serve it in individual bowls or glasses.
Top with your choice of healthy toppings like chopped nuts, shredded coconut, dark chocolate, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Buon appetito!
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