Apps & Snacks
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Salmon Crostini Hearts

These heart-healthy salmon crostini hearts are perfect as an addition to any meal. Also a great choice for parties and as a snack!

Prep time: 20 minutes
Serves: 24

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz. salmon fillet
  • 1⁄4 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp grated lemon peel
  • 7 slices pumpernickel bread

Garnish

  • 3 tbsp. finely chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
  • 1/4 cup finely diced bell pepper and parsley leaves

Directions:

  1. Heat oven to 425ºF. Have a 13⁄4-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter ready.
  2. Place salmon in cookware after coating with non-stick cooking spray, sprinkle with pepper. Bake for 8-12 minutes, until salmon has become opaque in the center.
  3. Toast pumpernickel bread. Using the heart-shaped cookie cutter, cut out 24 hearts.
  4. Mix parsley, garlic, lemon peel, and salt in a medium bowl.
  5. Take hot salmon and flake (discard skin) into the bowl and toss gently to mix.
  6. Top hearts with salmon mixture. Place on serving platter. Garnish with sour cream, diced pepper, and parsley.

Notes:
Nutritional information per serving: Protein 8g Total fat 4g Carbohydrates 12g Calories 114 Sodium 250mg Cholesterol 17mg