Named one of the most powerful health foods, salmon is great for runners because it not only provides protein for recovery, it also keeps you highly energized by nourishing your thyroid. In addition to being high in protein, salmon is chock-full of omega-3 and iodine which have amazing healing effects on the thyroid. The protein/omega-3/iodine trio in salmon stimulates the thyroid gland to release more triiodothyronine (T3), keeping you more revved and full of energy.
And, last but not least, one of the best things I love about salmon is that it literally takes under 20 minutes to make, so that’s good news for busy folks! Here are some of the best healthy delicious salmon recipes you can easily make.
Healthy Delicious Salmon Recipes for Runners
Another reason to eat more salmon is because it keeps you happy! According to Hyla Cass, MD, consuming more fish is effective at relieving depression, anxiety and even ADHD symptoms better than prescribed medications.
Honey teriyaki salmon with veggies via Cooking Classy
Sweet chili salmon via Rasa Malaysia
Salmon with spinach and feta stuffing via Holly Cleggs
Smoked salmon salad in avocado boats via Willow Bird Baking
Salmon stuffed with creamed spinach via Jersey Bites
Pan-seared salmon with Mediterranean salsa fresca and toasted couscous via The Cozy Apron
Teriyaki salmon via Natasha’s Kitchen
Rainbow salmon skewers via The View From Great Island
Baked salmon and asparagus in foil via Cooking Classy
Cajun salmon via CreoleContessa
Honey garlic salmon via Rasa Malaysia
Thai coconut green curry salmon via The Defined Dish
Firecracker grilled salmon via Delta Faucet
Artichoke and spinach roasted salmon via Little Broken
Honey salmon via Damn Delicious
Salmon quinoa cakes via Little Broke
Cilantro-lime honey garlic salmon via Julia’s Album
Baked salmon meatballs with creamy avocado sauce via Cookin Canuck
Mexican grilled salmon salad via Cooking Classy
Pesto salmon and Italian veggies in foil via Cooking Classy
Sweet and spicy salmon via Skinny Mom
Grilled salmon with avocado salsa via The Cookie Rookie
Honey mustard baked salmon via Rasa Malaysia
Grilled browned butter honey garlic salmon via Cafe Delites
One pan roasted lemon pepper salmon and garlic parmesan asparagus via Cooking Classy
Pecan-crusted honey mustard salmon via Everyday Dishes
One pan lemon herb salmon and zucchini via Damn Delicious
Baked parmesan garlic herb salmon in foil via The Recipe Critic
Honey lime glazed salmon via Chew Out Loud
Orange-Rosemary glazed salmon via Cooking Classy
Honey sriracha salmon via Chef Savvy
Quick and easy balsamic salmon via Eating Bird Food
Chipotle lime salmon via Closet Cooking
Feta and herb crusted salmon via Laughing Spatula
Dijon maple glazed salmon via Joyful Healthy Eats
Cleaning eating baked Thai salmon via iFOODreal
Salmon and summer veggies in foil via Cooking Classy
Perfect balsamic-glazed salmon via Well Plated by Erin
Salmon burgers with avocado salsa via Cooktoria
One sheet pan garlic roasted salmon with Brussels sprouts via Diethood
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Bretta Riches
BSc Neurobiology; MSc Biomechanics candidate, ultra minimalist runner & founder of RunForefoot. I was a heel striker, always injured. I was inspired by the great Tirunesh Dibaba to try forefoot running. Now, I'm injury free. This is why I launched Run Forefoot, to advocate the health & performance benefits of forefoot running and to raise awareness on the dangers of heel striking, because the world needs to know.
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