Heart-Smart Salmon Dip Recipe

Cold-water fish, such as salmon, sardines and mackerel, offer a defence against heart disease and stroke in a number of ways. The type of fat they contain – omega-3 fatty acids – not only decreases the risk of developing blood clots that can lead to a heart attack or stroke, but also promotes healthier blood pressure and triglyceride readings. (Triglycerides, kissing cousins to cholesterol, are potential artery-clogging fats.) You can replace the salmon with 2 cans (each 106 g) water-packed sardines or an equivalent amount of canned mackerel, if you prefer. This dip is good for a snack with crudités or whole grain crackers.