This teriyaki salmon is one of those simple meals that delivers maximum flavour with very little effort. The homemade teriyaki sauce is sweet, savoury and aromatic, coating perfectly cooked salmon with a glossy finish that’s far superior to most store-bought versions. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s an easy weeknight dinner that feels restaurant worthy…
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Smoked Salmon Basil Scramble
This smoked salmon basil scramble is a simple, protein-rich meal that comes together in just minutes. The combination of creamy eggs, flaky hot smoked salmon and fresh basil creates a delicious balance of flavours, while a finishing sprinkle of parmesan adds extra savoury goodness. Perfect for breakfast, brunch or even a quick dinner, itโs an…
Crispy Potato Salmon Niรงoise
This crispy potato salmon niรงoise is a nourishing, whole food take on the classic, combining golden roasted potatoes, tender salmon and fresh vegetables with a simple lemon dressing. The crispy potatoes add texture and heartiness, while the salmon and eggs bring protein to create a balanced, satisfying meal. Itโs perfect for a light dinner or a shared platter that feels both fresh and substantial.
Health benefits
This dish is naturally rich in protein, healthy fats and fibre, making it a well-balanced meal. The salmon and eggs provide approximately 30โ35 grams of protein per serve, supporting muscle repair and satiety, while the potatoes, green beans and vegetables contribute around 4โ6 grams of fibre to support digestive health. Salmon also delivers omega-3 fatty acids for cardiovascular and brain health, while olive oil and vegetables provide antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds.
Where I buy wild caught seafood
We use wild caught salmon from โButcher Crowdโ, and if you haven’t tried it I’d encourage you to, the quality difference is noticeable and wild caught salmon has a significantly better omega-3 profile than farmed. Omega-3 fatty acids are one of the most well-researched anti-inflammatory nutrients we have, and getting them from real food rather than a supplement is always my preference. Best of all the Butcher Crowd deliver Australia wide too! Click HERE ย for a special offer and to take a look at their range of wild caught seafood (and grass fed meat).
Ingredients in this Crispy Potato Salmon Niรงoise
This niรงoise combines baby potatoes roasted until crisp with salmon fillets, eggs, green beans, cos lettuce, tomatoes and black olives, finished with a simple dressing of lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, Dijon mustard, sea salt and pepper.
How to make Crispy Potato Salmon Niรงoise
Boil the baby potatoes until tender, then gently crush, drizzle with olive oil, season and roast until golden and crisp. While they cook, boil the eggs, steam the green beans and prepare the salmon by seasoning and baking until just cooked through. Arrange the lettuce, tomatoes, olives and beans on a platter, add the roasted potatoes, flake over the salmon and top with halved eggs. Finish by drizzling over the dressing just before serving.
Serving suggestions and how to store
Serve immediately as a complete meal or shared platter. This salad is best enjoyed fresh while the potatoes are crisp, though leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. If preparing ahead, keep the dressing separate and add just before serving to maintain freshness.
Vary this to suit your dietary needs
For a shortcut, use sliced boiled potatoes with canned tuna or salmon. For a garlic-free version, simply omit the garlic from the dressing, and for an egg-free option, leave out the eggs.
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Crispy Potato Salmon Niรงoise
Ingredients
- 8 baby potato/s – skin on
- extra virgin olive oil
- 2 egg/s
- 350 g green beans – trimmed into 5cm lengths
- 2 salmon fillet/s
- ยฝ Cos lettuce – broken into leaves
- 3 vine ripened tomatoe/s – quartered
- 100 g pitted black olives (1 cup), approx
Nicoise Dressing
- ยฝ lemon/s – juice
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove/s garlic – minced
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper – to taste
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200ยฐC / 400ยฐF (fan forced).
- Place the baby potatoes into a large pot, cover with water and bring to the boil. Simmer for around 15โ20 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a knife. Drain well.
- Transfer the potatoes to a large baking tray or cast iron pan. Gently crush each potato. Drizzle with a generous amount of olive oil, season well with sea salt and pepper, and roast for 30 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
- While the potatoes are roasting, place the eggs into the same pot you boiled them in, cover with water and bring to the boil. Once boiling, cook for around 10 minutes for firm yolks. Remove and set aside.
- Trim the green beans and steam for a few minutes until just tender but still crisp (about 2-3 minutes). I again used the same pot in the base of my double boiler (placed over the boiling eggs). Rinse the beans under cold water to stop the cooking process and set aside.
- Around 8-10 minutes before the potatoes are ready (so at the 20 min mark), rub the salmon fillets with olive oil, season well and place on a baking tray skin down. Add to the oven and bake until just cooked through.
- To make the dressing, combine all ingredients in a small jar or bowl and mix well until emulsified.
- Place the lettuce, tomatoes, olives and green beans onto a large serving platter. Add the slightly cooled potatoes and flake over the salmon. Peel and halve the eggs and arrange over the salad.
- Drizzle with the dressing just before serving and serve immediately.
Short cut
- Simply slice the boiled potatoes and serve with canned tuna or salmon.
Notes
Garlic-free
Omit the garlic in the dressing.Egg-free
Omit the eggs.Different veggies
I’ve swapped the potatoes for sweet potato. You can skip the boiling and just slice the sweet potato, toss in oil and roast until crisp. I’ve also added broccoli to my beans too for more greens.ย ย ยI’d love to hear how you enjoy this delicious, super nourishing salad. Comment below and let me know!
Smoked Salmon Breakfast Bake
This Smoked Salmon Breakfast Bake is a nourishing, flavour-packed dish thatโs ideal for a fuss-free breakfast or brunch (or even dinner). Loaded with greens, protein and omega-3s, it’s a wholesome way to start the day and also makes a great lunchbox addition. I especially love that it can be prepped ahead making it a super convenient recipe.
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Health benefits of this Smoked Salmon Breakfast Bake
Eggs provide high-quality protein (this dish has 34g per serve to be exact) and essential nutrients, while smoked salmon (especially if you can source wild caught smoked salmon) offers a great source of omega-3 fatty acids to support a healthy body. Leafy greens like spinach, zucchini and salad to serve boost the fibre and antioxidant content of this satisfying meal.
Ingredients
This recipe features a nutrient-rich combo of large eggs (preferably free-range), red onion, spinach, zucchini, hot smoked salmon, capers, and feta cheese for a deliciously savoury finish.
How to make this Smoked Salmon Breakfast Bake
To make this smoked Salmon breakfast casserole, start by softening the onion in a skillet, then stir through the spinach, zucchini and salmon. Whisk the eggs with black pepper, pour them over the vegetables/ salmon, and scatter with capers and feta cheese. Bake until puffed and golden.
Serving suggestions and how to store
Serve warm with a fresh side salad and/ or slices of avocado for a balanced meal. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container or frozen. Reheat in a low oven until just heated through.
Vary Smoked Salmon Breakfast Bake to suit your needs
Leave out the onion for an onion-free option. For a dairy-free option check out the instructions in the variations below the recipe. You can also substitute smoked salmon with cooked shredded chicken for a seafood-free option. This is such a versatile recipe.
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Smoked Salmon Breakfast Bake
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red onion/s – finely diced
- 10 egg/s
- ground black pepper – to taste
- 60 g spinach leaves – roughly chopped
- 1 zucchini/s – grated
- 150 g hot smoked salmon fillet/s
- 2 tbsp capers – drained
- 250 g feta cheese – or goat cheese
Serve
- Salad (to serve)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180โ/350โ (fan-forced).
- Heat a large oven proof pan or large skillet (approx. 30 cm) over a moderate heat.
- Add the oil and onions to the pan and sautรฉ until just soft.
- While the onion is cooking blend or whisk together the eggs and season with black pepper to taste (and a little sea salt if you wish, baring in mind the feta is salty).
- Once the onion has started to soften, add the spinach and zucchini to the pan and stir to wilt and evaporate any moisture. Remove from the heat.
- Then add the smoked salmon (flaked into small pieces) to the pan.
- Immediately pour over the egg mixture.
- Finally, sprinkle over the capers and crumble over the feta cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until puffed up and firm in the middle.
- **If you don't have a pan you can transfer to the oven, you can saute the onion and vegetables and place in a casserole dish or baking dish with the salmon and eggs etc to bake.
Serve
- With a side salad.
Make-ahead
- Re-heat in a low oven, covered until just hot.
Store
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Can also be frozen.
Notes
Onion-free
Simply omit.Seafood-free
You can also substitute smoked salmon with cooked shredded chicken.Dairy-free
Omit the feta and add 2 more eggs plus a quarter cup nutritional yeast and sea salt.ยDifferent vegetables
Feel free to experiment with different flavour combos. This is very versatile! ย ยWhat did your family think of this deliciously easy Brekkie Bake? Let me know in the comments below…
French Salmon Tartare
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Spiced Salmon with Mango Salsa
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Creamy Mediterranean Salmon
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Miso Salmon Sushi Cups
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Smoked Salmon Wreath
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Smoked Salmon Vermicelli Salad
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Hokey Bowl
One of my favourite ways to include fermented veggies in my diet is in this delicious Hokey Bowl. Itโs a nutritionally balanced meal in a bowl and a great way to use up leftover rice too. Pronounced ‘ho-kay’, it is the cooked fish variation of the Poke (‘po-kay’) bowl. It features fish cooked with a honey tamari dressing, rice, kim chi, vegetables, cashews, herbs and nori. These all combine to become a beautiful bowl of deliciousness!
Health benefits
This bowl is full of nutrients! Salmon provides omega-3 fatty acids that support heart and brain health, while brown rice or quinoa adds fibre for digestion. Kimchi brings probiotics for gut health, and the variety of fresh veggies adds vitamins and antioxidants for overall wellness.
Ingredients
For this salmon salad recipe you’ll need salmon or ocean trout, leftover brown rice or quinoa, kimchi, carrots, red capsicum, avocado, toasted cashews, coriander, and nori strips. The simple dressing combines honey, tamari, rice wine vinegar, and ginger, giving the dish a sweet and savoury punch.
How to make this Hokey bowl
To make this salmon salad bowl, first whip up the dressing by mixing honey, tamari, rice vinegar, and ginger, season with salt and pepper to taste. Dice the salmon, coat it in a little of the dressing, and cook quickly in a hot pan until done to your liking. Toss the rice, veggies, and remaining dressing together, then divide into bowls. Top with the salmon, avocado, cashews, coriander, and nori strips. Serve immediately.
Serving suggestions and how to store
Enjoy this bowl fresh for the best flavour and texture with wedges of lemon or lime (squeeze over the fresh lemon juice or lime juice). If you have leftovers, store the components separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to two days.ย
Vary this Hokey bowl to suit your dietary needs
For a soy-free version, swap tamari for coconut aminos. Vegetarians can replace the fish with tempeh, and vegans can sub honey with rice malt syrup or maple syrup. For nut-free, try toasted seeds like sesame seeds, sunflower or pumpkin instead of cashews. Feel free to mix up the vegetables to suit your supplies (you could also add in any extras like cucumber, cabbage, red onion, tomato, kale or any fresh herbs).
Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit many specific dietary requirements.
Hokey Bowl
Ingredients
- 250 g salmon fillet/s – or ocean trout (skinless fillet)
- 1 ยฝ cup/s leftover cooked brown rice – or cooked quinoa
- ยผ cup/s kim chi
- 1 carrot/s – peeled & julienne
- 1 red capsicum/s – julienne
- 1 avocado/s – sliced
- 30 g raw cashew nuts – toasted (ยผ cup)
- ยผ bunch/s fresh coriander leaves
- 1 sheet/s toasted nori (sushi paper) – thinly sliced
Dressing
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp tamari
- 2 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp ginger root – finely grated
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper – to taste
Serve
- 1 lime/s – wedges
Instructions
- Begin with making the dressing by mixing all of the ingredients together in a small bowl until well combined.
- Dice your salmon or trout and toss through 2 tablespoons of the dressing. Cook quickly over a moderate to high heat (2-4 minutes) until cooked to your liking. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Place the brown rice (or quinoa), kim chi, carrot, capsicum and the remaining dressing into a large bowl and gently toss until combined.
- Divide between two bowls and top with the fish, avocado, sprinkle over the cashew nuts, coriander and lastly the nori strips.
Serve
- With lemon or lime wedges.
- Enjoy right away.
Notes
Soy-free
Replace the tamari with coconut aminos.Vegetarian
Replace the fish with diced tempeh.Vegan
Use the vegetarian version and replace the honey with rice malt or maple syrup.Nut-free
Replace the cashews with any other nut or seed. ย ย ย ยDo you love Hokey Bowls as much as I do? Let me know in the comments below.
Sri Lankan Fish Curry
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Smoked Salmon Roulade
There are many wonderful things about the festive season. The creation of family traditions, especially those involving delicious food are one of my favourites.ย My brother in-law made this Smoked Salmon Roulade many years ago for our ‘Melbourne family’ Christmas Day. Since then, I have given it a bit of a Well Nourished make-over, as I do! It’s been a starter for of our Christmas Day feasts ever since.
It makes for a great entertainer, especially as you can make it a day or two ahead and simply slice to serve. It’s quite rich so one or two slices is very satisfying!
It looks quite fussy, but making it to photograph and share with you, I was reminded how very simple it is. It suits gluten-free and grain-free peeps and I’ve included an equally delicious dairy-free variation.
Health benefits
Zucchini is rich in antioxidants and fibre, while salmon provides protein and essential omega-3 fatty acids. The eggs add more quality protein. The combination of fresh herbs boosts the dish’s anti-inflammatory properties, and the crรจme fraรฎche or quark offers a source of probiotics and calcium.
Ingredients
This roulade features a zucchini base, lightened with whipped egg whites for an airy texture, and a rich, savoury filling made from hot smoked salmon, crรจme fraiche, capers, and lemon juice. Fresh herbs, parmesan, and capers add vibrant flavour to balance the creaminess of the filling.
What is โHotโ smoked salmon?
Hot smoked salmon is smoked at a higher temperature, cooking the fillets of fish fully, resulting in a firm, flaky texture and a rich, smoky flavour. Itโs ready to eat and great in salads or cooked dishes. Cold smoked salmon, on the other hand, is smoked at a lower temperature, which doesnโt cook the fish but cures it instead. This gives it a softer, silky texture and a more delicate, mild smoky flavour. It comes in thin slices where as the hot smoked salmon is sold in fillets. Both are available in major supermarkets.
How to make this Salmon Roulade recipe
Begin by grating and salting the zucchini, allowing the moisture to drain for about 30 minutes. After squeezing out the excess water, mix it with egg yolks, herbs, and parmesan. Fold in whipped egg whites and bake in a thin layer (in a tin lined with parchment paper). While the roulade is baking, prepare the salmon filling by combining hot smoked salmon with crรจme fraรฎche, lemon zest and juice, and capers. Once the roulade has cooled, spread the filling evenly and roll it up like a Swiss roll. The video below demonstrates how simple it is to make. If you own a Thermomix, we’ve also included Thermomix instructions for this recipe.
Serving suggestions and how to store
Serve this roulade sliced into 2cm rounds and topped with toasted flaked almonds and micro-herbs for extra texture and flavour. It can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days, making it a convenient dish for entertaining.
Vary this Smoked Salmon Roulade to suit your needs
To make this dairy-free, substitute the parmesan with nutritional yeast and use a thick cashew cream instead of crรจme fraรฎche. For a nut-free version, simply omit the almonds. If you’re avoiding onions, leave out the spring onions and enjoy the fresh herb flavours on their own.
Remember to take a look at the variations (below the main recipe). Here, youโll find suggestions to alter the recipe to suit your dietary goals (dairy-free, nut-free, onion-free).
Smoked Salmon Roulade
Ingredients
- 400 g zucchini/s - grated
- 1 tbsp sea salt
- 4 egg/s - separated
- 3 tbsp herbs - I love a combination thyme, parsley, chives, dill
- 3 tbsp parmesan cheese - freshly grated
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper - to taste
- Pinch cream of tartar
- 200 g hot smoked salmon fillet/s (approx.) **
- 1 lemon/s (small) zest and 2 tbsp juice
- 3 tbsp capers
- 4 spring onion/s -white part finely chopped
- 50 g crรจme fraรฎche
- 150 g quark - or mascarpone
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper - to taste
- 40 g flaked almonds (ยผ cup) toasted to serve
- ยผ cup/s micro-herbs - to serve
** Hot smoked salmon is a whole salmon fillet smoked with heat (cold smoked salmon is the thinly slice/ cured slices of salmon). Hot smoked salmon is available in major supermarkets.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200โ/395โ (fan-forced).
- Line a 24 x 33cmย slice tin with non-stick baking paper. It's important the tin is this size otherwise the roulade will be too thick and won't roll without ย splitting.
- Grate the zucchini. Toss with the sea salt in a colander and leave 30 minutes. Rinse and squeeze dry in the sieve and then in a clean cloth or tea-towel.
- In a mixing bowl, beat in the egg yolks, herbs and Parmesan and season with sea salt and pepper. Once the zucchini is ready, add this and mix well.
- In a separate clean bowl, whisk the egg whites with the cream of tartare until peaks just form. If using a Thermomix, beat butterfly inserted, 1 min 30 sec, speed 4.
- Gently fold the egg white into the courgette/ egg yolk mixture using a large spoon. You are aiming to just combine the ingredients without over working the mixture.
- Pour into prepared tin and quickly level the mixture, spreading it out into the corners. Bake for 13-15 minutes until set and light golden brown.
- Whilst that's baking, crumble the salmon into a bowl with the finely grated lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, capers, spring onion and crรจme fraรฎche, and quark / mascarpone. Season with sea salt and pepper. Mix until almost smooth. If using a Thermomix mix 20 seconds, speed 3.
- Taste the mixture and season with salt, pepper and more lemon juice if you feel it's needed.
- Store the salmon mixture in the fridge until required.
- When the roulade is cooked, invert it onto a clean tea towel. To do this easily, I wrap the tea-towel around the baking tin then tip it over.
- Peel away the baking paper carefully and loosely roll it up from the short side (so it's like a Swiss roll). Allow it to cool fully.
- When its cooled completely, carefully un-roll the roulade and spread it with the salmon cream filling. Roll-up again from the short side, then carefully transfer to a serving plate with the seam-side down.
- Chill and store in an air-tight container until ready to serve.
Serve
- Carefully toast the almond flakes, watching carefully so they don't burn.
- Cut into 2cm slices and top with toasted almonds and micro-herbs to serve.
Make-ahead
- Either store the filling and the zucchini roll separately (up to 2 days) and assemble the day you plan to serve it. Or you can make one day ahead.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge and serve at room temperature.
Notes
Dairy-free
Replace the parmesan cheese with the same amount of nutritional yeast. Replace theย crรจme fraรฎche and quark with approx. one and half cups of cashew nut cream (thickish blend).Nut-free
Simply omit the almonds.Onion-free
Just leave the spring onions out. ย ย ย ยI'd love to hear how you love this recipe. Post a comment below if you make it or if you have any questions!
Salmon and Vegetable Curry
This Salmon Vegetable Curry is a quick, easy to make delicious meal that even my fish-fussy kids adore. My daughter has become progressively fish fussy as she’s got older. Where she would happily eat all seafood, including slurping back a slimy oyster as a toddler, she now balks at a plain piece of grilled fish. It’s funny because I remember disliking anything fishy as a teenager too, so I can kind of sympathise.
But instead of no longer serving fish to cater to her fussiness, we’ve worked together to find ways of serving it that she enjoys, and this light Salmon Curry is now my whole families favourite way to eat fish. You can certainly make it with any firm white fish, however there’s something about the oiliness of the salmon that sits particularly well with the spices in this mild curry sauce.
It literally takes 15 minutes to prepare and cook so it’s a win win all round.
Health benefits
Salmon is an excellent source of high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart health and brain function. The vegetables add fiber and antioxidants, while the spices (like turmeric and ginger) provide anti-inflammatory benefits. The coconut milk adds a dose of healthy fats, making this a balanced and nourishing dish. This is one very nourishing meal.
Ingredients
This salmon vegetable curry features diced onions, cloves garlic, and ginger as the aromatic base. Spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and black pepper enhance the flavour, while chilli flakes add optional heat. Full-fat coconut milk creates a creamy sauce for the salmon fillet and veggies, with red capsicum (red bell pepper) and green beans adding colour and nutrition. Fresh coriander leaves are used for garnish.
How to make this salmon vegetable curry
To make this salmon curry, begin by heating your chosen fat (butter, ghee, or coconut oil) in a pan, then sautรฉ the onions, garlic, and ginger until they soften. Add tomatoes and spices, cooking briefly to release their aroma. Stir in the coconut milk and simmer for a few minutes. Add the cubed salmon, capsicum, broccoli and green beans, cooking until the fish is done. Garnish with fresh coriander (fresh cilantro) leaves and serve with rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.
Serving suggestions and how to store
This gluten-free curry pairs beautifully with steamed brown or white rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat until just hot.
Vary this salmon vegetable curry to suit your dietary needs
For a coconut-free version, replace the coconut milk with pouring cream or cashew nut cream. If you’re vegetarian or vegan, swap the salmon for tempeh, firm tofu, chickpeas, or extra vegetables. For an onion and garlic-free version, use finely diced fennel instead of onion and additional grated ginger in place of garlic.
Other variations
You can easily turn this into a chicken curry by substituting salmon with diced chicken, though you’ll need to extend the cooking time to ensure the chicken is fully cooked. You can also switch to a firm white fish like kingfish if you prefer a different seafood option.
Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit any specific dietary requirements.
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Salmon Vegetable Curry
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp butter, ghee or coconut oil
- 1 onion/s (small) peeled and diced
- 2 clove/s garlic - crushed
- 1 tbsp ginger root - minced (on a microplane)
- 2 roma tomatoe/s - diced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ยฝ tsp ground coriander
- ยฝ tsp ground turmeric
- ยฝ tsp ground black pepper
- chilli flakes - to taste
- ยฝ tsp sea salt - or to taste
- 400 ml canned coconut milk
- 500 g salmon filllet -skinless and cut into 2cm cubes (approx.)
- 1 red capsicum/s - sliced
- 100 g green beans - trimmed and halved
- 1 head/s broccoli - broken into small florets
- ยฝ bunch/s fresh coriander leaves - chopped, to serve
Serve
- Rice, quinoa or cauliflower rice (to serve)
- 1 lime (juice to serve)
Instructions
- In a pan over medium heat, heat the butter, ghee or olive oil. Add onions, garlic, ginger and cook until starting to soften but not brown.
- Add tomatoes, cumin, coriander, turmeric, black pepper, chill flakes and sea salt and cook for about 1 to 2 mins until fragrant.
- Add the coconut milk and bring to a simmer for 2-3 mins.
- Add fish, capsicum, beans and broccoli and cook for about 5 mins or until cooked through.
- Garnish with coriander leaves.
Tip
- You can substitute the salmon for a firm white fish too (I love it with king fish).
Serve
- Serve with steamed rice or cauliflower rice.
- Squeeze over the lime juice.
Make-ahead
- Re-heat in a pot over a low heat until just hot.
Store
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Can also be frozen.
Notes
Coconut-free
Substitute the coconut milk with regular pouring cream or cashew nut cream.Vegetarian and vegan
Substitute the fish with tempeh, firm tofu, chickpeas or just extra vegetables.Onion and garlic-free
Replace the onion with finely diced fennel and the garlic with a 2cm spices of finely grated ginger.Chicken curry
I've had a few people say they love this as a chicken curry. Swap the fish for chicken (you'll need to cook for longer until the chicken is cooked through). ย ยHow do you like this recipe? Post a comment or rate it below to help me to reach more people with my recipes.

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Crispy Salmon with Coriander Lime Pesto (and sweet potato chips)
I buy fresh fish from my Farmers Market every weekend and this Crispy Salmon with Coriander Lime Pesto is my families favourite way for me to cook it. My kids fish preference is always Salmon or Trout (they are less keen on white fish unless I make my fish cakes).
Paired with this zesty pesto and creamy sweet potatoes, this meal is simply sensational and it’s my next twist on Jamie Oliver’s ’10 recipes to save your life’. As part of Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution, I was one of 10 people selected world-wide to put my spin on 10 of Jamie’s favourite staple recipes. This is #6, my twist on Jamie’s ‘Salmon with Pesto dressed veg’.
Health benefits
This dish is packed with nutrition and perfect for busy weeknights. The hero, salmon, is a rich source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids which are essential for good health.
Store-bought pestos often contain damaging vegetable oil which are always best avoided. This home made pesto is super simple to make. The amazing healing herb coriander (also called cilantro in some cultures) is a classic example of food as medicine.ย It is extremely anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and also an amazing detoxifier and heavy metal chelator.ย Medicinally, it is used frequently for arthritis, inflammatory digestive disorders and to bind and excrete heavy metals in the blood. ย Needless to say, it is a very beneficial addition to any diet.
The cashew nuts add good fats and protein.ย The lime juice, zest and also the garlic further support immune function.ย So this pesto is just what the doctor ordered this winter.
Ingredients
This gluten-free dish features crispy-skinned salmon fillets, roasted sweet potato chips, and a fresh pesto made with coriander which is a nice change form basil pesto, lime, spinach, and toasted cashews. The pesto is flexible, with options to adjust for dietary needs.
How to make this baked pesto salmon recipe
Roast sweet potato chips in a baking pan (baking sheet) until golden and crisp. Then prepare the pesto sauce by blending coriander, spinach, lime, cashews, and Parmesan. Finally, pan-sear the fresh salmon fillets, cooking them skin-side down until crispy, and serve with a generous spoonful of pesto and sweet potato chips. If you own a Thermomix, we’ve also included Thermomix instructions for this recipe.
Serving suggestions and how to store
Serve with lime, steamed greens (or any other veggies) or a simple green salad for extra colour and nutrients. Leftover pesto can be stored in the in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and salmon can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
Vary this salmon with coriander lime pesto to suit your needs
For a dairy-free option, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast. For nut-free, use sunflower seeds in the pesto and extra virgin olive oil. To make it garlic-free, simply omit the garlic from the pesto.
Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit many specific dietary requirements.
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Crispy Salmon with Coriander Lime Pesto (and sweet potato chips)
Ingredients
- 3 sweet potato/s (large)
- 4 salmon filllet -skin on (or Trout if you prefer)
For the Coriander Lime Pesto
- 1 bunch/s fresh coriander leaves
- 30 g baby spinach (approx. handful)
- 1 clove/s garlic -crushed
- 60 g raw cashew nuts (ยผ cup) toasted
- 30 g parmesan cheese (2 tablespoons) finely grated
- 1 lime/s -juice and zest
- 20 ml macadamia nut oil (1 tablespoon)
- 1 red chilli/s (optional)
Serve
- 1 lime/s - quartered
Instructions
Start with roasting your sweet potato chips:
- Pre-heat your oven to 220โ/420โ (fan-forced).
- Add ghee, coconut oil, lard (or the fat of your choice) to a baking dish and pop into the oven to heat until the fat is hot.
- Cut your sweet potato to form thin chips. Add to the hot fat, season with salt and pepper and toss in the fat so they are evenly coated. Make sure they are in a single layer or they won't crisp up so well.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden.
Now makeย your pesto:
- In a food processor grate the parmesan and set aside. If using a Thermomix, 10 sec, speed 7.
- Place the coriander, spinach and cashews in the processor and pulse until just chopped. If using a Thermomix, turbo 2-4 times.
- Mix in the parmesan, lime juice and zest, garlic and macadamia oil (and optional chill) until combined. If using a Thermomix 10 seconds, reverse speed 4.
- You have control over the texture of this pesto. For a chunky pesto process less, or smoother process more.
- Set aside.
Lastly cook your salmon (start this 5 minutes before your chips will be ready):
- Cut your fish to portion. I try to buy mid-sections of the fish so they are all approx. the same thickness (so they cook inย the same amount of time).
- Pat the flesh dry with a paper towel and then rub with a little olive oil and season well on both sides with sea salt and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick or well seasoned cast iron pan so that it is moderately hot and cook the salmon skin side down for 4-5 minutes until the skin crisps. Don't try to turn or flip it to early or the skin will stick.
- Using a thin spatula careful turn the fish and cook for 2 - 3 minutes or until just cooked through (remember it will continue to cook after you take it from the heat).
Serve
- Serve the salmon on a warm plate with a dollop of pesto, the sweet potato chips and fresh lime juice (or fresh lemon juice).
- I alsoย serve with steamed greens or a simple green salad.
Notes
Dairy-free
Sub the parmesan for nutritional yeast and a pinch of sea salt. Cook the sweet potato in lard or coconut oil.ยNut-free
Replace the cashews with toasted sunflower seeds and the macadamia nut oil with olive oil.Garlic-free
Omit the garlic. ยI'd love to hear how you like this recipe. Post a comment below and let me know.

Smoked Salmon Dip (in 5 minutes)
This smoked salmon dip is a simple and delicious snack that takes just five minutes to make. Perfect for spreading on toast, dipping with crackers, or adding to a snack platter, itโs a versatile recipe thatโs both nutritious and easy to whip up when youโre short on time.
Health benefits
Most store bought dips contain dangerous vegetable oils so I always avoid them. This healthy dip contains the lovely anti-inflammatory fats and protein in salmon. Pairing it with full-fat natural yoghurt (or greek yogurt) instead of cream cheese adds a boost of probiotics for gut health and a dose of protein, while the fresh herbs and lemon zest add extra vitamins and antioxidants to keep your immune system strong.
Ingredients
With just a handful of fresh, whole ingredients like hot smoked salmon, yoghurt, fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, plus chives (or dill or parsley), this salmon dip recipe is not only delicious but also nourishing. Unlike store-bought dips, itโs packed with nutrition and free from preservatives, artificial additives, and unnecessary sugars, so you can enjoy it knowing exactly whatโs in it.
What is โHotโ smoked salmon?
Hot smoked salmon is smoked at a higher temperature, cooking the fillets of fish fully, resulting in a firm, flaky texture and a rich, smoky flavour. Itโs ready to eat and great in salads or cooked dishes. Cold smoked salmon, on the other hand, is smoked at a lower temperature, which doesnโt cook the fish but cures it instead. This gives it a softer, silky texture and a more delicate, mild smoky flavour. It comes in thin slices where as the hot smoked salmon is sold in fillets. Both are available in major supermarkets and you definitely need a fillet of the hot smoked salmon for this dip.
How to make healthy Smoked Salmon Dip
Making this healthy smoked salmon dip couldnโt be easier. Simply place flaked salmon in a bowl, add the yoghurt, herbs, lemon, and capers, and mix it all together. No fancy equipment or food processor requiredโjust five minutes and a fork! The quickest prep time ever!
Serving suggestions and how to store
Serve this dip with wholegrain crackers, veggie sticks (carrots, cucumbers, celery) or even spread it on sourdough toast or bagels for a quick, protein-packed breakfast or lunch. It stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a couple of days, or you can freeze it for later if you want to make a bigger batch.
Vary this smoked salmon dip to suit your dietary needs
For a dairy-free version, swap out the yoghurt for a creamy cashew nut blend or your favourite plant-based yoghurt. You can also switch up the herbs to suit your tasteโfresh dill, chives, or parsley all work beautifully in this recipe.
Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit many specific dietary requirements.
Smoked Salmon Dip (in 5 minutes)
Ingredients
- 100 g hot smoked salmon or trout (approx. one fillet) flaked
- 3 tbsp natural or Greek yoghurt
- 1 tbsp Chives -or dill or parsley, finely diced (whatever you taste preference)
- ยฝ lemon/s -zest finely grated + 1 tbsp juice
- 1 tbsp capers
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper -to taste
Instructions
- Pop the fish into a bowl and gentlyย flake apart with a fork.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and fold through until combined.
Serve
- Serve with your favourite healthy crackers or even on toast for breakfast or lunch.
Store
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Can also be frozen.
Notes
Dairy-free
Sub the yoghurt with cashew nut cream. I have an awesome selection of simple dips and savoury cracker recipes in myย best selling ebook 'The Well Nourished Lunchbox'. Click HERE to find out more and read the amazing reviews.I'd love to hear how you like this dip. Post a comment or rate this recipe below.
Smoked Salmon, Walnut and Avocado salad
This smoked salmon, walnut, and avocado salad is a fresh and flavorful dish thatโs perfect for a light lunch or a quick dinner. The combination of creamy avocado, tender hot-smoked salmon, and crunchy walnuts on a bed of leafy greens creates a satisfying and nutrient-packed salad thatโs ready in minutes.
Why is it so good?
Each and every ingredient contributes vitamins, minerals, proteins and good oils that support optimal brain and neurological functioning. All in a flavour combination, that tastes delicious!
This salad is loaded with wholesome ingredients like omega-3-rich smoked salmon, heart-healthy walnuts, and fibre-filled avocado, making it a nourishing option for any meal. The leafy greens add an extra dose of vitamins and minerals, and the tangy lemon dressing brings it all together.
Ingredients
To make this salad, youโll need a base of leafy greens like rocket or baby spinach, a large avocado, hot-smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes, walnuts, red onion, and capers. The simple lemon and olive oil dressing with a touch of horseradish cream adds just the right amount of zing.
What is ‘Hot’ smoked salmon?
Hot smoked salmon is smoked at a higher temperature, cooking the fillets of fish fully, resulting in a firm, flaky texture and a rich, smoky flavour. It’s ready to eat and great in salads or cooked dishes. Cold smoked salmon, on the other hand, is smoked at a lower temperature, which doesnโt cook the fish but cures it instead. This gives it a softer, silky texture and a more delicate, mild smoky flavour. It comes in thin slices where as the hot smoked salmon is sold in fillets. Both are available in major supermarkets.
How to make this Smoked Salmon Salad
Start by placing the leafy greens into a bowl or onto a serving platter. Arrange the avocado, smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes, toasted walnuts, red onion, and capers on top. For the dressing, mix the lemon juice, zest, olive oil, horseradish cream, and seasoning in a jar or small bowl, then drizzle over the salad just before serving.
Serving suggestions and how to store
This salad is best served fresh, but if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a day. You can pair it with crusty bread or add some roasted sweet potato or boiled potatoes to make it a more substantial meal.
Vary this to suit your dietary needs
To make it dairy-free, swap the horseradish cream for Dijon mustard or fresh horseradish. If you’re nut-free, use toasted seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds instead of walnuts. For a vegan option, replace the smoked salmon with grilled mushrooms or tempeh. You can also bulk it up with some roasted veggies or a slice of sourdough bread.
Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit many specific dietary requirements.
Smoked Salmon, Walnut and Avocado salad
Ingredients
- 200 g leafy greens -I like rocket and baby spinach, but any kind will do
- 1 avocado/s (large) halved, peeled and cubed
- 200 g hot smoked salmon fillet/s
- 8 cherry tomatoes -halved
- 60 g walnuts (ยฝ cup) lightly toasted
- 1 red onion/s -halved and sliced thinly
- 4 tbsp capers -drained
Dressing
- 1 lemon/s -zest and juice
- 60 ml extra virgin olive oil (ยผ cup) extra virgin
- 1 tsp horseradish cream
- Pinch sea salt
- ground black pepper -to taste
Instructions
- Place the leaves into a bowl or onto a platter. Arrange all of the other ingredients on top.
- For the dressing place, all of the ingredients into a jar and shake until combined or mix together well in a small bowl.
- Drizzle over the salad, just before serving.








