6 Omega-3 Recipes To Get You Through The Fall

One thing that should never fall to the wayside is your health.  Omega-3s are such a crucial part of overall wellness and the proper functioning of our bodies that not getting enough can wreak havoc on your well-being.  At this time of year, you need to be in tip-top shape in order to handle all of those responsibilities!

Nutrasource | Oct 9, 2019

With the fall season inevitably comes responsibility.  Students are back at school, the holidays are quickly approaching and there are numerous autumn projects around the house just waiting to be tackled.

One thing that should never fall to the wayside is your health.  Omega-3s are such a crucial part of overall wellness and the proper functioning of our bodies that not getting enough can wreak havoc on your well-being.  At this time of year, you need to be in tip-top shape in order to handle all of those responsibilities!

Taking an omega-3 supplement, such as IFOS-approved fish oil, is an excellent option.  But for those looking to boost their EPA and DHA intake through food sources, we’ve rounded up a list of 6 omega-3 recipes to get you through the fall season.  Bon appétit!

Breakfast

  1. Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict

Get your omega-3s in bright and early with this spin on the traditional hollandaise-and-egg dish from The Endless Meal. This flavor-packed meal is chock full of omega-3 fatty acids and protein, making it an excellent choice for your first meal of the day. 

  1. Smoked Salmon And Cream Cheese Bagel

No omega-3 breakfast list would be complete without the classic smoked salmon bagel.  This recipe from The Spruce Eats is a great ode to the traditional recipe and is perfect for those scrambling to find time to make a healthy breakfast on the fly. 

Lunch

  1. Blue Cheese Tuna Melt

The warm and filling tuna melt is perfect at any time of the year, but its comfort food factor makes it ideal for fall.  Try this twist made with delicious blue cheese from the food blog, The Spruce Eats, for a hearty and healthy lunch option.

  1. Salmon Salad Sandwich

Getting your daily dose of omega-3s doesn’t need to be a time-consuming process!  Get your fill of omega-3s in a snap with this nourishing smoked salmon salad sandwich from Taste of Home. We especially love the addition of carrots and celery for a nice crunch!

Dinner

  1. Caramelized Salmon

Nothing says fall quite like the warm flavors of caramelized foods, and this candy-meets-seafood recipe from Delightful Plate certainly does not disappoint! There is just something very homey about this dish, probably because it is in the meal rotation of every family in Vietnam. Served with rice, this dish makes a very satisfying meal. It is a sure-fire hit that will have your guests (and their hearts) asking for seconds.

  1. Butter-Basted Halibut Steaks With Capers

Warm butter, thyme, and golden-hued halibut come together for an impressive and delicious main course for autumn.  Don’t let the butter deter you from giving this omega-3-filled recipe from Bon Appétit a shot!  Not only is this recipe extremely easy to throw together, but it also delivers a great deal of omega-3 fatty acids – approximately 2.5 grams of omega-3s per serving.