I'm trying to eat more fish, and that translates into a nice chunk of salmon once per week. I get this fresh caught fish at a locally-owned store, and I always ask the nice lady to give me 1.3 pounds in two slices, with one just a bit bigger than that other. Tonight, I got a REALLY big piece, probably in the .80 pound category!
Here's the breakdown on this meal. It's a real treat as it's expensive, but it TASTES GREAT and FILLS YOU UP and it's AWESOMELY HEALTHY.
.80 pound salmon = 500 calories (640 per pound) and $8.00. Spices on it have no calories.
one glass of wine (Bogle Petite Syrah) = 300 calories and about $2.00 ($8.00/bottle)
One cup wild rice = 170 calories (rounded up) and about $0.50.
Half of an Asian Ceasar Kit Salad = 400 calories @ $1.25 ($2.49/bag).
No dessert.
Total of 1,370 calories and $10.75.
Here are the highlights that I love about this meal:
1. Fish is GREAT healthy food.
2. Antioxidants in some great tasting wine.
3. Wild rice has wheat berries in it. Comes from bulk section, so no crazy packaging.
4. Except for the packaged salad, this meal is quite natural with limited processing (if any).
5. Easy to clean up. I barbecue the fish in tinfoil, so very easy to clean. Two plates, two glasses, silverware, and glasses all go directly in the dishwasher.
6. Fish bought at local market, supporting local small biz owner.
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