Welcome to our AI culinary journey through the fascinating world of gourmet salts. Different types of salt can transform everyday meals into extraordinary dishes. Each salt is chosen in this menu not just for its unique flavor but also for its health benefits. It’s important to note, many of these salts, because they are naturally sourced, will not have added iodine. You may have to supplement to make sure you get enough. Learn more at this blog.

Give these menus a try on Salty Days of the Lunar Calendar, like Day 14. These dishes were designed to stay under the recommended daily sodium intake of 1500 mg, while aligning with balanced macronutrient goals. If you’d like to know where to get these specialty salts online, check out this blog.

Day 1: A Taste of Exotic Salts

• Breakfast: Matcha Salt Avocado Toast
  • Ingredients: Whole grain bread, ripe avocado, Matcha salt.
  • Why Matcha Salt? Brings a subtle green tea flavor and a touch of earthiness, complemented by its antioxidant properties.
  • Macros: 300 calories, 30g carbs, 5g protein, 20g fat.
• Lunch: Espresso Brava Salt Grilled Chicken
  • Ingredients: Chicken breast, olive oil, garlic, Espresso Brava salt.
  • Why Espresso Brava Salt? Enhances the chicken with a robust coffee flavor, adding a rich, aromatic experience along with antioxidant benefits.
  • Macros: 400 calories, 0g carbs, 30g protein, 30g fat.
• Dinner: Amabito No Moshio Broiled Salmon
  • Ingredients: Salmon fillet, olive oil, Amabito No Moshio.
  • Why Amabito No Moshio? Ideal for seafood with its oceanic flavor and rich in minerals for thyroid support.
  • Macros: 500 calories, 0g carbs, 45g protein, 30g fat.
• Snack: Szechuan Peppercorn Salt Cucumber Slices
  • Why Szechuan Peppercorn Salt? Offers a tingling contrast to cool cucumbers, with digestive and anti-inflammatory properties. See blog about balancing hot & cold foods.
  • Macros: 50 calories, 10g carbs, 2g protein, 0g fat.

Day 2: Savoring Smoked and Infused Flavors

• Breakfast: Alderwood Smoked Salt & Scrambled Eggs
  • Ingredients: Eggs, milk, Alderwood smoked salt.
  • Why Alderwood Smoked Salt? Provides a gentle smoky flavor, adding depth without the need for grilling.
  • Macros: 300 calories, 2g carbs, 20g protein, 23g fat.
• Lunch: Chardonnay Oak Smoked Salt Caesar Salad
  • Ingredients: Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, croutons, Caesar dressing, Chardonnay Oak smoked salt.
  • Why Chardonnay Oak Smoked Salt? Adds a sophisticated wine-infused smokiness.
  • Macros: 400 calories, 30g carbs, 15g protein, 30g fat.
• Dinner: Hawaiian Red Alaea Salt Pork Chop
  • Ingredients: Pork chop, olive oil, Hawaiian Red Alaea salt.
  • Why Hawaiian Red Alaea Salt? Enhances pork with its distinctive red clay and iron-oxide content.
  • Macros: 500 calories, 0g carbs, 40g protein, 35g fat.
• Snack: Vanilla Salt Popcorn
  • Why Vanilla Salt? Provides a subtle sweet note, perfect for a delightful sweet-salty snack.
  • Macros: 150 calories, 15g carbs, 3g protein, 9g fat.

Day 3: Worldwide Salts

• Breakfast: Cypriot Black Lava Salt Yogurt Parfait
  • Ingredients: Greek yogurt, honey, mixed berries, granola, Cypriot Black Lava salt.
  • Why Cypriot Black Lava Salt? Adds a crunchy texture and detox benefits with its activated charcoal.
  • Macros: 300 calories, 40g carbs, 10g protein, 10g fat.
• Lunch: Bolivian Rose Salt Roasted Vegetables
  • Ingredients: Assorted vegetables (carrots, zucchini, bell peppers), olive oil, Bolivian Rose salt.
  • Why Bolivian Rose Salt? Offers a gentle flavor and is rich in essential minerals.
  • Macros: 250 calories, 30g carbs, 5g protein, 15g fat.
• Dinner: Peruvian Pink Salt Grilled Sea Bass
  • Ingredients: Sea bass, lime juice, cilantro, Peruvian Pink salt.
  • Why Peruvian Pink Salt? Brings out the best insea bass with a crisp, mild flavor that enhances its natural taste.
  • Macros: 400 calories, 0g carbs, 35g protein, 28g fat.
• Snack: French Sel Gris Marinated Olives
  • Why French Sel Gris? Adds a rustic feel and enriches the olives with minerals, aiding in hydration.
  • Macros: 150 calories, 5g carbs, 1g protein, 15g fat.

This three-day menu not only showcases the diverse culinary applications of various gourmet salts but also illustrates how these unique salts can enhance both the flavor and nutritional value of meals. Each salt brings its own set of benefits, from antioxidants and minerals to aiding digestion and enhancing metabolism, making every meal not just a feast for the taste buds but also a boon for health. Enjoy this flavorful journey through the world of gourmet salts!

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