Feed Your Fitness

Posted on Aug 31, 2016 in DELICIOUS

200-foodWhether you are a competitive sprinter chasing a new record or an everyday gym hound looking to get the most from your workout, seafood is among the best food to support an athletic lifestyle. It not only delivers great tasting nutrition but also provides one-of-a-kind health benefits.

The combination of lean protein, anti-inflammatory omega-3s and muscle-building nutrients found in Alaska seafood are why it is a staple for athletes like Ryan and Sara Hall.

“We like to incorporate Alaska seafood in our daily diet, because it’s a really high-quality protein that helps to repair our muscles on a daily basis,” said Ryan Hall, a two-time Olympian and holder of the U.S. half marathon record.

After a run, Sara Hall – a 3,000-meter steeplechase and marathon runner, U.S. national champion and World Team member – relies on seafood as a go-to for low-fat meals with protein and simple-to-digest carbs.

Sample these dishes straight from the Hall kitchen, and find more recipes and nutritional values for your favorite seafood at wildalaskaseafood.com.

Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon with Sweet Potatoes

Serves: 4

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes

Cedar planks with enough surface area for salmon Olive oil spray
Salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
4    Alaska salmon fillets (4-6 ounces each), fresh, thawed or frozen
1    Tablespoon fresh (or 1 teaspoon dried) dill, thyme or rosemary
4    Large sweet potatoes, sliced lengthwise into wedges
1/2 Tablespoon ground cumin

Soak cedar planks for 1 to 2 hours submerged in water. Remove and pat dry.

Heat grill to medium heat or 400 F. If frozen, rinse ice from salmon under cold water; pat dry with paper towel. Spray cedar planks and salmon with olive oil spray. Place salmon on planks; sprinkle with herbs, salt and pepper. Place sweet potatoes in bowl; spray with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cumin and salt and pepper to taste. Toss to coat.

Place cedar planks and potato wedges on grill. Cover and cook about 3 to 4 minutes. Turn wedges over and continue cooking until potatoes are soft and cooked. Keep warm. Cook salmon 12 to 15 minutes, until fish is opaque throughout.

Nutritional information per serving: 350 calories; 11 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 27% calories from fat; 91 mg cholesterol; 33 g protein; 33 g carbohydrate; 4 g fiber; 277 mg sodium; 36 mg calcium; 1,700 mg omega-3 fatty acids.

Pan-Seared Cod Over Minted Pea Puree
Pan-Seared Cod Over Minted Pea Puree

Pan-Seared Cod Over Minted Pea Puree

Serves: 4

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes

Olive oil Salt, to taste
2    Pounds frozen or fresh peas, blanched
1    Package (0.6-0.7 ounces) fresh mint, leaves only
4    Alaska cod fillets (4-6 ounces each), fresh, frozen or thawed
1    Teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1/2 Cup water

Add water, peas and mint to blender or food processor; season with salt. Puree until almost smooth. Cover and keep warm.

If frozen, rinse ice glaze from cod under cold water; pat dry with paper towel. Heat heavy, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Brush both sides of fillets with olive oil.

In heated skillet, cook cod, uncovered, about 3 to 4 minutes, until browned. Shake pan occasionally to keep fish from sticking. Turn cod over and sprinkle with lemon pepper seasoning. Cover pan tightly and reduce heat to medium. Cook an additional 6 to 9 minutes for frozen cod or 3 to 4 minutes for fresh or thawed fish. Cook until fish is opaque throughout.

To serve, spoon pea puree onto 4 plates. Top each with cod fillet and serve immediately.

Nutrition information per serving: 319 calories; 5 g total fat; 1 g saturated fat; 13% calories from fat; 65 mg cholesterol; 37 g protein; 34 g carbohydrate; 12 g fiber; 393 mg sodium; 101 mg calcium; 28 IU vitamin D; 200 mg omega-3 fatty acids.

Miso Halibut with Soba Noodle Stir-Fry
Miso Halibut with Soba Noodle Stir-Fry

Miso Halibut with Soba Noodle Stir-Fry

Serves: 4

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes

1    Package (12 ounces) prepared soba noodles or noodle of choice
4    Alaska halibut fillets (4-6 ounces each), fresh, thawed or frozen
3    Tablespoons sesame oil, divided
2    Cups roughly chopped bok choy
1    Cup water
1    Cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 Cup chopped green onion
1/4 Cup miso
1/4 Cup teriyaki sauce
1 1/2 Cups sugar snap peas

Prepare noodles according to package directions; set aside.

If frozen, rinse ice glaze from halibut under cold water; pat dry with paper towel. Heat large, nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Brush both sides of halibut with half of the sesame oil.

In heated skillet, cook fish, uncovered, about 3 to 4 minutes, until browned.

Shake pan occasionally to keep fish from sticking. Turn halibut over; reduce heat to medium and cover. Cook 5 to 7 minutes for frozen halibut or 2 to 3 minutes for fresh or thawed fish, cooking until fish is opaque throughout. Transfer fillets to plate; cover to keep warm.

Wipe out skillet or wok with paper towel. Add remaining sesame oil. Heat to medium-high, then add and stir-fry bok choy, snap peas, mushrooms and green onions. Stir in noodles; turn off heat. Cover and keep warm.

In saucepan, blend miso, water and teriyaki sauce. Bring mixture to boil then reduce heat to a simmer and cook 1 minute. Stir sauce into warm noodle-vegetable mixture. To serve, divide and portion mixture into 4 bowls or plates. Top each with halibut fillet.

Nutrition information per serving: 571 calories; 15 g total fat; 2 g saturated fat; 22% calories from fat; 56 mg cholesterol; 38 g protein; 71 g carbohydrate; 7 g fiber; 1,643 mg sodium; 77 mg calcium; 219 IU vitamin D; 350 mg omega-3 fatty acids.

Source: Family Features