Salmon Crusted Pistachio Pesto Recipe

Salmon Crusted Pistachio Pesto has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D and Niacin.

It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 22.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Italian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Salmon Crusted Pistachio Pesto has been given a composite ranking of 70, and in moderation.