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A perfect recipe to Slow Cook Yourself Slim!
This slow cooker apricot salsa salmon is a new favorite.
Ever since discovering the joys of slow cooker salmon years ago, when I first made this Crock Pot Salmon with Asian style vegetables, I have become a huge fan. Slow cooked fish turns out moist and flavorful every time, something I can’t say when I attempt to broil, pan-fry or grill it!
Recipe Notes
This simple tasty recipe requires just three ingredients: frozen salmon, salsa verde (green salsa) and apricot jam. Sounds a bit weird, or at least my brother thought so when I described it to him.
But it works. Both Rod and I gave this simple slow cooker salsa salmon high marks. And it could not be easier. Perfect when you are feeling lazy or short on time.
The original recipe called for apricot jam, but I substituted apricot spread in an attempt to lower the Points a bit.
The Weight Watchers Program is really punitive when it comes to added sugars, so I also decreased the amount from 1/4 cup to 3 tablespoons. Next time I might try just two.
You can easily change up the taste of this dish by using whatever combination of jam or fruit spread and salsa suit your fancy. I have already re-made it with homemade orange marmalade and salsa verde.
Next time I’m thinking of combining chipotle salsa and raspberry fruit spread.
The only other requirement is to begin with FROZEN salmon.
How Many Calories and WW Points in Slow Cooker Apricot Salsa Salmon?
According to my calculations, each serving has about 203 calories.
To see your WW Points for this recipe, track it in the WW App!
(You must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)
7 SmartPoints (Green plan)
4 SmartPoints (Blue plan)
4 SmartPoints (Purple plan)
5 PointsPlus (Old plan)
If you like this easy slow cooker salmon recipe, be sure to check out my other Weight Watchers friendly recipes including: Quick Easy Salmon Patties, Salmon & Warm Lentil Salad, Easy Glazed Salmon, Summer Salmon Panzanella Salad, Slow Cooker Foil-Wrapped Salmon and Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup with Smoked Salmon
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3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Apricot Salsa Salmon Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 ounces frozen wild salmon (do NOT thaw)
- 3 tablespoon apricot fruit spread
- 4 tablespoons salsa verde
Instructions
- Ideal Slow Cooker Size: 4-Quart.
- Grease the interior of your slow cooker crock.
- Remember not to thaw the salmon! Place the frozen salmon skin side down in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Mix together the fruit spread and salsa. Spread the mixture over the salmon.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 1 to 1-1/2 hours, or until the salmon is just done and flakes with a fork.
Notes
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 7 SmartPoints (Green plan) 4 SmartPoints (Blue plan) 4 SmartPoints (Purple plan) 5 PointsPlus (Old plan) You can easily change up the taste of this dish by using whatever combination of jam or fruit spread and salsa suit your fancy. I have already re-made it with homemade orange marmalade and salsa verde. Next time I am thinking of combining chipotle salsa and raspberry fruit spread. The only other requirement is to begin with FROZEN salmon.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe adapted from: Fix-It and Forget-It Slow Cooker Magic: 550 Amazing Everyday Recipes (affiliate link) by Phyllis Good
More Light and Healthy Salmon Recipes
- Grilled Salmon with Avocado Bruschetta (SkinnyTaste)
- Sheet Pan Ginger Soy Glazed Salmon (EatYourselfSkinny)
- Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce (Cookin’Canuck)
- Sheet Pan Teriyaki Salmon & Vegetables (SkinnyTaste)
- Baked Honey Salmon & Vegetables (SlenderKitchen)
- Baked Salmon with Asparagus (SnackGirl)
Here’s a video with another yummy looking 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Sweet Thai Chili Salmon from Erin Chase of $5 Dollar Dinners I can’t wait to try:
I love salmon SO much, but I never have luck with it. Never occurred to me that the crockpot might be my golden ticket! Looks delish! Thank you!
I tried this tonight. Wow!!! This is delicious. My whole family loved it!!!
Oh dear. I love salmon SO much, but I never have luck with it. Never occurred to me that the crockpot might be my golden ticket! Looks delish! Thank you! 🙂
wow! This looks so delicious. When I have free time, I will make it.