Flavor and Healthy Eating in a Single Dish? That's Omega Tartare

By Gayle Van Wely

Sounds like a heart attack on a plate, right? It doesn’t have to be. This salmon tartare is one of those perfect little indulgences that’s deliciously craveable but light enough to leave you feeling energized. It’s got health benefits, too. Salmon is a great source of protein and loaded with heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acids; it’s also noted for reducing cholesterol levels and also home to many essential nutrients, including niacin, phosphorus, vitamin B6, choline, pantothenic acid, biotin, and potassium. The dish also offers alkaline-enhancing cucumber (which helps fight acidity in the body) and dulse seaweed (with great-for-your-bones calcium, magnesium and iron). Best of all, it’s surprisingly easy and makes a guest-wowing appetizer.

Ingredients

• 1/2 lbs skinless king salmon
• 1 Tbsp chopped chives
• 1/2 tsp grated ginger
• 1 Tbsp dulse seaweed flakes
• 1/4 lemon + grated rind
• 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp rice wine vinegar
• 1 Tbsp yuzu oil (olive oil/yuzu juice)
• 2 scallions sliced diagonally
• 2 Tbsp salmon caviar
• purple radish micro greens

Preparation