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Seafood is widely known for its omega-3 fatty acid properties. According to the American Heart Association, omega-3 fatty acids can benefit individuals with healthy hearts as well as those who already have heart disease. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s www.mypyramid.gov web site indicates there is evidence that eating fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids can reduce the risks of cardiovascular disease. A four-year study funded by the National Institutes of Health, found that citizens 65 and older who eat fish at least once a week have a 60 percent lower risk of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease.
Try these delicious Florida seafood entrees and have a happy, healthy holiday.
Grilled Ginger Mahi-Mahi with Florida Tropical Fruit Salsa
Ingredients: 4 6-to-8 ounce Florida mahi-mahi fillets
Directions: Preheat grill or broiler. Arrange fillets in grilling basket or on broiler pan coated with nonstick cooking spray; set aside. In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add minced shallots, ginger and garlic. Cook 8 to 10 minutes until golden. Remove skillet from heat. Reserve 1/2 of the ginger-shallot-garlic mixture; set aside. Brush fillets with remaining ginger garlic mixture. Grill or broil fillets 4 to 5 inches from heat for 6 minutes or until cooked through, turning once. Transfer fillets to plates and drizzle with reserved shallot-ginger garlic butter. Serve with Florida Tropical Fruit Salsa or your favorite sauce. Yield: 4 servings.
Nutritional Information Calories 281, Calories From Fat 87, Total Fat 10g, Saturated Fat 6g, Trans Fatty Acid 0, Cholesterol 172mg, Total Carbohydrates 8g, Protein 39g, Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.23g.
Florida Tropical Fruit Salsa
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Directions: Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl; chill. Before serving, taste for seasoning, adding more lime juice and/or brown sugar as needed. Yield: 4 servings.
Nutritional Information Calories 106, Calories From Fat 3, Total Fat 0.37g, Saturated Fat 0.07g, Trans Fatty Acid 0, Cholesterol 0mg, Total Carbohydrates 28g, Protein 1 g, Omega 3 Fatty Acid 0.05g.
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Maybe seafood isn't the first thing you think of when you ponder New Year's resolutions. But maybe it should be—after all, if your resolution has anything to do with being healthier, seafood's the way to achieve it!
