Salmon
Price: $10.98 for 2 pounds, frozen
The American Heart Association recommends eating more fish as one of its heart-healthy food tips. This is because fish provides high-quality protein but — like beans — comes without meat’s saturated fat. Better yet, rich-tasting fish, such as salmon, is high in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
Omega-3 fatty acids are known to help prevent coronary artery disease, and eating fish rich in omega-3s is the best way to include them in your diet — the evidence for fish oils and other sources isn’t as strong. As one of the best sources of omega-3s, salmon should show up regularly on your table.
How to eat it
Both farmed Atlantic and wild-caught Pacific salmon are delicious, nutritious and widely available. The rich pink flesh lends itself to a range of healthy cooking methods, from poaching to steaming and grilling.
