The Cardiologist's Wife

Pimento Cheese, Not Your Grandma's Spread

Pimento cheese is one of those foods that has been so corrupted by the food industry that it has become synonymous with other crappy foods like Spam. I'm not even certain what store bought pimento cheese might contain, nor do I want to find out. It's a shame because pimento cheese can be a delightful treat, even if it does Read the full post…

Plum Good BBQ Sandwiches

In a few days it will officially be fall but the temperatures are still warm enough for me to continue swimming for a few more days. The breeze was a little cool but that didn't stop me from swimming several laps this morning and I felt great afterwards! Have you exercised lately? With fall's cooler temperatures and fewer insects, you Read the full post…

Shingles Vacine and Treatment

A friend of mine was recently diagnosed with shingles so I felt I should discuss this nasty virus once again. If you ever had chicken pox, you are at risk for getting shingles and believe me, you don't want it. Shingles is a painful rash with blisters that scab over and may take 4 weeks or more to heal. The Read the full post…

Vegetarian Tacos are muy delicioso!

There are times when I think I could easily become a vegetarian, especially when I try a new dish that is as good as the vegetarian tacos I had at Local Lime restaurant in Little Rock and the tofu fried rice at Sai Tai here in Jonesboro. My husband and I celebrated our 23rd anniversary this past weekend by spending Read the full post…

Midyear Health Check

Summer is winding down , the year is more than half way over and our January resolutions are long forgotten. It's time for a health reality check. First of all, how is your health lately? If you have enjoyed good health, are you thankful? Take some time to appreciate how wonderful it feels to be healthy, for your family to Read the full post…

Vacation Lessons For A Healthier Life

I'm back from a lovely beach vacation and I wish I was still there with all my heart. Wouldn't it be nice if our every day life was as nice as a vacation? If we could relax, eat well, sleep and exercise just enough without having to worry about bills, work, illnesses and school, our lives would be perfect. But Read the full post…

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Baked Salmon with Strawberry Salsa

[ Post by Lisa Tedder ][ Post on August 20, 2010 ][ In Fish ]

I find it amusing that we tend to think that summer ends when school begins. Look at the calendar: we still have plenty of hot summer days left. The severe heat we’ve been experiencing has really zapped my appetite and my desire to cook as well. Still we must eat and I still don’t like fast food so what is the cardiologist’s family eating these last dog days of summer?

One thing I find appealing is plenty of fresh fruit served really cold, especially melons. I love icy cold watermelon with a bit of salt and pepper on it. Salt and pepper enhances the sweet flavor of melons. I also love cantalope with cottage cheese and blueberries, with a sprinkle of salt and pepper of course. Pasta salads, if you avoid all the fatty dressings and use plenty of raw veggies, are another excellent choice.

We are still eating fish as often as possible and I have another recipe to share with you. This baked salmon dish is packed with nutrition plus turns out beautifully, making you look like Bobby Flay. Give this recipe a try and you’ll be out of the kitchen in no time. Serve with a side of roasted potatoes or steamed asparagus.

Baked Salmon with Strawberry Salsa

4 to 6 salmon fillets
1/2 red bell pepper, sliced thin
1 orange, sliced thin
1 pint strawberries, washed and sliced
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 clove garlic, minced

Place salmon in a baking dish lightly coated with baking spray. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with orange and pepper slices. Mix remaining ingredients and spoon over fish. Cover dish with foil and bake at 350 for 20 to 30 minutes or until fish flakes easily. I like my salmon to be just a bit undercooked as it retains more moisture that way. You can discard the orange slices before serving if desired. This dish is very unique with the fruit and fish combo.

Next week I will give some lunch box suggestions for back to school lunches. Have a lovely summer weekend.