Foods from the meat and beans group are a good source of protein. Protein is
needed to build and repair cells. Canned salmon is a good source of protein.
Canned salmon is fully cooked and can be eaten cold right out of the can or
added to your favorite recipe to be served either hot or cold.
Nutrition Information
Salmon is part of the meat and beans group,
foods from the meat and beans group provide
important nutrients like protein and iron.
Based on MyPyramid, 2 to 3 ounces of
canned salmon provides 2 to 3 ounces from
the meat and beans group.
A typical person should try to eat 5½ ounces
of meat and beans every day.
Canned Salmon
Canned With Bones
Uses
9 Spread salmon on whole wheat
crackers or use as a filling in pita
bread for a quick snack.
9 Add salmon to prepared macaroni and
cheese for an easy dinner.
9 Mix salmon into a green salad for
added protein.
Storage
Store unopened cans in a cool, dry
place off the floor.
Avoid freezing or exposure to
direct sunlight. Sudden changes in
temperature shorten storage time.
Store opened canned salmon in a
tightly covered plastic container in
the refrigerator.
Use within 2 days!
Do not use canned salmon if
can is rusted, bulging, or
dented! Throw it away!
This material was funded in part by USDA’s Food Stamp Program and Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP).
The Food Stamp Program provides nutrition assistance to people with low income. It can help you buy nutritious foods for a better diet.
To find out more, contact your local Food Stamp office or call 1-800-430-3244.
Recipes & Tips
The bones of canned salmon are edible. If you eat the bones you get more calcium.
To use in a recipe, crush the bones with a fork. When the recipe ingredients are well
mixed, the crushed salmon bones are not noticeable.