The Bluehouse Kitchen, Author at Bluehouse Salmon

Pregnancy is a time when the quality of your diet matters more than ever, and Bluehouse Salmon is a great addition for expecting mothers. Raised locally in a closed-water containment system, Bluehouse Salmon offers a range of benefits that make it an ideal choice during this special time. Our salmon is entirely free from microplastics and mercury and is never subjected to antibiotics or pesticides, ensuring a clean and safe source of nutrition for both you and your growing baby.

What makes Bluehouse Salmon stand out is its commitment to both quality and health. Sourced from an environment free of contaminants, it constantly maintains its freshness and sushi-grade quality. Furthermore, Bluehouse Salmon takes pride in its Heart-Check certification from the American Heart Association. Loaded with Vitamin D and Vitamin B6, our salmon is incredibly heart-healthy. Its richness in Omega-3 fatty acids plays an important role in supporting artery function, reducing inflammation, and promoting heart health.

In addition to these benefits, DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid), found in salmon supports neural growth and protects neurons, essential for visual development and long-term cognitive benefits in your growing baby. Embrace the goodness of Bluehouse Salmon in your pregnancy diet to enjoy the heart advantages it offers while nourishing yourself and supporting a healthier pregnancy journey with lasting benefits for your child’s development.

When it comes to our furry friends, their dietary needs are so important. Many pet owners wonder, “Can dogs eat salmon?” When it comes to Bluehouse Salmon, the answer is yes. Salmon is a nutritious fish that offers numerous health benefits. So, what exactly are the benefits of feeding your dog salmon? Let’s dive into the advantages:

Packed with Protein: Salmon is a great source of protein, making it an ideal addition to your dog’s diet. Protein is essential for maintaining and building strong muscles, which is especially important for active and growing dogs.
Highly Digestible: The high digestibility of salmon makes it easier on your dog’s stomach. This is great for dogs with sensitive digestive systems, as they can enjoy the benefits of this fish without upsetting their stomachs.
Shiny Coats and Healthy Skin: One of the most noticeable benefits of feeding your dog salmon is the improvement in their coat and skin. The omega-3 fatty acids found in salmon can promote a shinier coat and healthier skin, reducing itching and dryness.
Source of B Vitamins, Potassium, and Selenium: Salmon provides essential B vitamins, potassium, and selenium. These nutrients are vital for your dog’s overall health, helping with energy production and immune function.
Helps with Allergies: Salmon is often recommended for dogs with food allergies or sensitivities. Its unique protein source can be a great option for dogs that need to avoid common allergens found in traditional dog foods.
Improves Mobility: The omega-3 fatty acids in salmon can have positive effects on your dog’s joint health. This can be particularly beneficial for older dogs or breeds prone to joint issues, as it may help improve their mobility and overall quality of life.

At Bluehouse Salmon, we understand that pet owners want to provide the best for their dogs. Our sustainably sourced salmon can be a nutritious addition to your dog’s diet. However, remember that moderation is key, and consult with your vet to ensure it aligns with your dog's needs. We care about your pets’ well-being and are committed to providing you with the highest quality salmon. Whether you’re considering sharing a delicious salmon meal with your pet or simply looking for the finest salmon for yourself, trust Bluehouse Salmon to deliver the best taste and nutrition.

Grilled Salmon - a culinary delight that never fails to taste amazing when served in a restaurant or even from your own backyard! We know that grilling salmon can be tricky whether you’re a curious novice or a grilling enthusiast, but we are here to help. We asked our Brand Ambassador, Dennis Prescott, some important questions about grilling salmon and he gave us some great tips and tricks that could help you create your own 5-star grilled salmon dish from home. Here’s his advice:

What temperature should I set my grill at?

My preference when grilling salmon is to preheat my grill to 425 degrees F when cooking salmon filets. This results in a beautiful golden outside and perfectly cooked through inside to the filets, every single time.

What cut of salmon is best for grilling?

For me, this comes down to personal preference and the specific recipe you’re preparing. As I love a big table filled with folks excited about a Bluehouse Salmon feast, I’ll often cook a whole side of salmon on the grill. If cooking for just a few, skin-on salmon filets are my preference of choice.

How long should I cook salmon on the grill?

When cooking protein of all kinds, the best practice is to cook to temperature, rather than time. It guarantees that your salmon will be cooked perfectly to your specific liking! The best practice here is to use a meat thermometer, and be ever present at the grill, checking every few minutes to ensure proper doneness. For me, my preference is grilling my salmon to a medium doneness, around 135-140 degrees F (checking with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the salmon), and pulling from the grill around 125-130 degrees F. The internal temperature of the fish will continue to rise as it rests to a perfect 135 degrees.

Should I use marinade when grilling salmon?

Marinades are an incredible way to infuse extra flavour into your salmon. I’ll often marinade my salmon for several hours in the fridge before grilling, cutting down on cook time when preparing dinner and adding that extra bit of deliciousness we all love. Are they necessary? Absolutely not! Bluehouse salmon tastes incredible on its own. If not marinading specific to a recipe, my typical simple but delicious grilling preparation is coating the salmon in a little olive oil, lemon zest, thyme, salt and pepper, and it’s absolutely perfect!

Should I leave the skin on or remove it?

Both skin on or off will certainly work, but I tend to almost always prefer to grill my salmon with the skin on. The skin provides a protective layer between the salmon’s flesh and hot grill, releases natural fat onto the grill grates helping it stop from sticking, and salmon skin is super delicious!

Should I oil my grill grates first?

Oiling your grill grates will help stop the food from sticking. I use a neutral oil, dripped in a little paper towel, then use tongs to rub onto the grill grates just before placing my salmon on the grill.

It’s important to know how to make the right choices when it comes to purchasing seafood. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious novice, we've got you covered. We asked our Brand Ambassador, Omnivorous Adam a few of your burning questions about buying salmon at your local seafood counter. Here's his guide:

How much salmon should I order for 1 person? 2 people? A family of four?

I like to say 8 ounces or a half pound portion per person. Like any other protein, the fish will shrink slightly when cooked. I always lean towards more food then not enough, but that’s just me.

What should I look for at the seafood counter to make sure I’m choosing sustainably raised salmon?

A lot of markets are good about providing labels about where the fish is from and/or how it’s raised which is helpful. Sustainable food comes from a place or operation that works to minimize environmental impacts on the food that they create and ensures a certain level of quality and fair working conditions.

What color should salmon be when I purchase it?

It depends on the type of salmon, but I prefer a fish with good inter-muscular fat and a pretty orange, maybe even pink color. I’m not the biggest fan of super lean, deeply orange salmon because I feel that they tend to dry out easily and have a sometimes unpleasantly strong flavor.

Why choose fresh salmon over frozen?

This depends on a number of factors. Freezing fish can damage its flesh and cause it to weep moisture as it thaws which makes you end up with a withered, sad fish. Flash freezing can negate some of that damage and keep the fish firmer in better shape. However, in my experience a fresh fish pulled right from the water is undefeated.

How long can fresh salmon be kept in my fridge once purchased?

That depends on how long the market was sitting on it before you purchased it. My rule of thumb is within 2 days of purchasing it, but it just depends. Use your nose, if it doesn’t smell good, don’t eat it. If it doesn’t smell like anything, then it’s fresh.

What should fish look and feel like so I know that it’s fresh?

It should be vibrant in color, whichever that is supposed to be. The flesh should be firm to the touch. If buying a whole fish the gills should be bright pink and the eyes clear and unclouded. If the fish is oddly slimy or mucusy, pass on it.

Did you know that the most common mental health conditions include anxiety and depression, which affect at least 6% of adults in the United States? The food we choose to eat every day has the same impact on our mental health as other forms of self-care like exercising, socializing, and getting enough rest. That’s right, good nutrition can actually be vital for those suffering from depression. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re deep diving into the various benefits that salmon has for our wellbeing. Not only is this delicious, protein-rich fish a delight for our taste buds, but it also works wonders for our brains! In fact, people who eat fish are 20% less likely than their peers to have depression. And we can’t forget about the omega-3 fatty acids abundantly found in salmon, which promote optimal brain function, reduce anxiety and give your brain the spotlight it deserves. Over the past 20 years, dozens of studies evaluating more than 20,000 cases of depression have shown that eating 8-12 oz. of fish per week (about 2-3 servings) and/or consuming omega-3 fish oil supplements significantly reduces the risk for major depression. Even the American Psychiatric Association endorsed the fatty acids in fish as an effective part of depression treatment. Salmon is an excellent source of lean protein and omega-3s, but it’s also a superfood that provides important vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin D, magnesium, and zinc. With Bluehouse Salmon, you can keep your mind, heart, and soul healthy!

One of our favorite things about Bluehouse Salmon? Its versatility! From salmon bowls to sushi to salads, there are so many ways to enjoy this heart-healthy protein. With the season of Spring in full swing, we picked out some of our most unique Bluehouse Salmon recipes to whip up this season.

Here are five salmon recipes you need to save for the Spring:

1. Smoked Salmon Tart

This smoke salmon tart is made using our cold smoked salmon. The recipe is courtesy of @omnivorousadam. This is the perfect recipe for quiche enthusiasts. You can also cut the work in half by purchasing pie crust.

Ingredients:

300g Short Crust Pastry

350g New Potatoes, cooked

1 1/4 cup Cream

2 Eggs

3 Tbsp Fresh Dill, chopped

Zest of one Lemon

200g Smoked Salmon, torn

Capers for garnish

Kosher Salt, to taste & Black Pepper, to taste

Technique:

1. Preheat the oven to 375F. Roll out the pastry and line the tart tin with it, trim off any excess. Line the tin with a piece of parchment paper and fill with beans. Place the tin on a baking sheet, fill with pie weights or dried beans and blind bake the pastry for 10 minutes. Remove the paper and weights then bake for 5 minutes more.

2. Peel the potatoes the slice into quarter inch half moon shaped pieces. Arrange the potatoes and smoked salmon pieces one after the other in the tart. Whisk together the cream, eggs, dill, lemon zest, pepper and a pinch of salt. Pour the egg mixture over into the tart tray to the “shoulders” of the potatoes, there will be extra - reserve for a later use.

3. Bake for 25 minutes, until the potatoes are lightly browned on top and fork tender. Let cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and more fresh dill. Use a bread knife to carefully slice into pieces, serve warm and CRUSH.

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2. Greek Salmon Salad

This Greek salmon salad is a fresh and simple meal. You can customize it however you please using your favorite Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. Add your favorite olives or use spinach as the base when recreating this salad. This recipe is courtesy of nxtlevelcooking.

All you need is:

lettuce
tomato
onions
feta
greek salad dressing
salmon cubed & cooked to your liking

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3. Stuffed Salmon

This meal will is packed with goodness and is sure to leave you satisfied. Stuffed Salmon, courtesy of collegenutritionist, is a unique preparation perfect for meal prepping.

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F

2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or tin foil and spray it with an oil spray

3. Poke holes in potato with a fork and add potato to the baking sheet

4. Bake for 50 minutes

5. Mix 1/2 cup spinach, ricotta, and salt & pepper in a bowl

6. Top @BluehouseSalmon with more salt & pepper and pat in into the fish

7. Slice a pocket into a side of the salmon and fill it with the ricotta spinach mixture

8. Add salmon to the baking sheet 40 minutes in (so the potato has 10 minutes left)

9. While salmon is baking, make your side salad with spinach, feta, pecans, red wine vinegar, and more salt & pepper

10. Assemble a bowl or plate with your salad, salmon, and potato, and enjoy!

11. No dairy? Use dairy-free pesto instead of the ricotta (available at most stores) and oil instead of feta

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4. Sweet and Spicy Salmon

This quick sweet and spicy salmon is perfect for spring!

This recipe is courtesy of Hannah Fitzgerald and is can be added on the side of the grain or vegetables of your choice.

All you need is

salmon
salt
pepper
paprika
red pepper flakes
minced garlic
honey
soy sauce

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5. Baked Pineapple Salmon

This baked pineapple salmon recipe is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. The bold flavors of the chili sauce compliment the sweet fruit flavor. This recipe is ideal for a family meal.

To re-create:

-Preheat your oven to 350°, and line a baking sheet with foil and cooking spray. In the center of the foil, lay pineapple slices in an even layer.

-Season both sides of the salmon with salt and pepper and place on top of pineapple slices.

-In a small bowl, whisk together butter, chili sauce, cilantro, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Brush all over salmon fillet.

-Bake for about 25 minutes or until salmon is cooked through. Switch the oven to broil, and broil for 2 minutes, or until fish is slightly golden.

-Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve with lime wedges.

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A recent study monitored the environmental impact of shipping salmon from overseas and the results may have you choosing USA raised salmon on your next grocery trip. The report by Sintef about the Greenhouse gas emission of Norwegian salmon products estimates that the GHG emissions to be 6651kg of Carbon Dioxide per flight. Additionally, airfreight is responsible for 68-82% of the carbon footprint making the transportation of salmon a key factor in gas emission. The seafood we consume can directly affect the environment just based on how it is transported. At Bluehouse Salmon, it is our mission to raise salmon closer to you so that it is better for our planet.

Bluehouse Salmon and our parent company, Atlantic Sapphire, are committed to reducing the carbon footprint from transportation by eliminating any salmon shipment via air. That’s right, our fish never fly. Instead, they are raised in the USA and transported by truck to your local seafood counter. Bluehouse Salmon products are feeding the future with seafood that is better for our seas and better for our planet. Our USA-raised salmon is arriving to you fresher than ever and with lower carbon emissions in mind.

Love was certainly in the air this February for Bluehouse Salmon. In honor of Valentine's Day Bluehouse Salmon teamed up with two Florida influencers to share how to enjoy our fish for the romantic holiday. We stopped at one of Miami's favorite restaurants where guests can enjoy Bluehouse Salmon on the menu, and we picked up salmon at our local seafood counter to share how to cook the perfect date night at home. We partnered with @mr.eats305 who promoted TUR Kitchen in Coral Gables as a fantastic date night spot for V-Day and specifically highlighted Bluehouse Salmon dishes on the menu and our sustainable practices. TUR Kitchen is an upscale Eastern Mediterranean restaurant that uses locally sourced ingredients/. TUR Kitchen has made a name for themselves by only purchasing produce that is in season and always delicious. @mr.eats305 definitely approves: “The salmon is a dish you do not want to miss out on.” Chef Christian Chirino has been creating the most incredible recipes with our salmon for years, and we’re always excited to see what he creates next.

We also collaborated with @alwayshungrymel who was in the mood to spend her date night at home. She headed to Publix to purchase fresh Bluehouse Salmon from the seafood counter and walked fans through a simple recipe to create incredible salmon bowls.

Bluehouse Salmon is always a go-to for date night whether you’re at one of our partner restaurants or enjoying a meal at home. If you’re cooking a recipe with Bluehouse Salmon, keep yourself company with our “Bluehouse pov: cooking for a date night at home” Spotify playlist! spoti.fi/3lRW8Fi

Bluehouse Salmon is sushi-grade, keeping your heart healthy and happy. But what does “sushi-grade” actually mean?

Fish labeled “sushi-grade” means that it has been judged to be safe for raw consumption. The title is also associated with a high level of quality and freshness. In other words, in addition to baking your Bluehouse Salmon filet or cooking it on the pan, you can slice it up and add it to poké bowls or even use it to make DIY sushi and sashimi! Bluehouse Salmon’s sushi-grade quality makes it versatile because you can eat it in so many different ways and incorporate it into a variety of recipes across numerous cuisines. Unlike other types of salmon that are not considered “sushi-grade”, Bluehouse Salmon provides you with the convenience of ready-to-eat sashimi. In terms of nutrition, sushi-grade salmon in particular has a wealth of omega-3 fatty acids, which contribute to heart health. Furthermore, eating raw salmon can also preserve the fatty acids more so than cooked salmon. Because it’s raised in Florida closer than ever before to local grocers and seafood counters, Bluehouse Salmon is never frozen. Since the fish never undergoes a freezing process, every bite offers freshness you can taste! Keep your heart healthy by purchasing Bluehouse Salmon and discover the unique ways that you can bring your sushi-inspired recipes to life!