Simplicity is the Virtue of Canned Salmon

Just about any supermarket in America offers itsbe canned, though fresh roasted pepper is easy to
customers canned salmon, and thankfully so, sinceprepare at home) and condiment to one's desire: a
otherwise we would all have to go without any salmonsimple olive oil and balsamic vinegar mixture with salt
meat for many months of the year, in betweenand pepper and a few crushed, dry herbs is a decent
seasons.bet. It can be great as a side dish, though in abundance
Nonetheless, many folks don't seem to quitethis can be a great main dish for lunch or dinner.
appreciate the versatility of canned salmon, and fail toLastly, there are some phenomenal recipes with
realize the wide variety of delicious recipes withcanned salmon that involve using the food processor.
canned salmon that, in addition to being simple, willTake a can of salmon and put it in the food processor
exceed the highest expectations that can be placedwith cream cheese and mayonnaise, and a splash of
upon this treat of our rivers and seas.olive oil (the amount of salmon should equal the
For starters, there is the option of simply arrangingamount of these other ingredients together). Blend it all
canned salmon-drained of all the juices in thein with some herbs-go nuts, and be liberal with the
can-alongside a nice assortment of cheeses, crackers,rosemary, basil, parsley, tarragon, what have you-and
and fruits or veggies. This classic appetizer will allowsome salt and pepper, and then serve it cold in a small
anybody to appreciate the full flavor that completelydipping bowl with some tortilla chips or baked pita
sets salmon in a league of its own when it comes toslices.
fish meat. Though simple, this is one of the mostAll in all, these recipes with canned salmon are great
successful recipes with it that you'll find out there.not only because of their simplicity, but because of
Another great (and simple) dish that is just right for thetheir tactful and tasteful pairing of complementary
flavor and texture of this type of salmon is a light andflavors. Whatever it is you like (salads, soups,
healthy salad with cherry tomatoes, roasted redsandwiches, etc.), you're sure to find that there's a way
peppers, and olives. Simply mix roughly equal parts ofto make it with canned salmon, too!
these four excellent ingredients (the peppers can also