Princess Diana's homemade high-protein dinner, which kept her fit and healthy

Protein is one of the crucial and vital nutrients for the human body. It is said to build, repair, and maintain tissues such as muscles, skin, and organs. It also supports the production of enzymes, hormones, and antibodies, which are essential for immunity and overall functioning. Protein also helps improve strength, supports weight management by keeping you full for longer, and promotes healthy aging by preventing muscle loss. And probably that's the reason Princess Diana is so particular about her protein intake. According to a report by the Eating Well website, her former chef Darren McGrady has mentioned on social media that the Princess loves salmon, and he even shared her favorite salmon dish. Scroll down to read the details.

According to the YouTube video shared by McGrady she loves pan-seared salmon with a macadamia nut, cilantro and lime crust, served with sautéed vegetables and Sriracha mayonnaise. "When she loved it, Princess Diana was eating salmon two or three times a week, and it was tough for me to keep coming up with different dishes so it wasn’t just grilled salmon every day,” McGrady explained in the video. “This was probably one of her favorites.”

To make the dish, first of all preheat the oven to 350°F. In the meantime, add a tablespoon of olive oil to a sauté pan, season four washed salmon fillets with salt and pepper, and place them in the pan. Pan fry until golden and let them rest. Now, blend macadamia nuts, cilantro, melted unsalted butter, panko breadcrumbs, an egg yolk, the zest and juice of a lime, salt and pepper into a coarse mixture. Top each salon fillet with one-fourth of the macadamia crust mixture and press it well. Place the topped salmon in the oven and bake for 10 minutes, until the center is pink and the crust has started to brown. While the salmon bakes, sauté some red onion and red bell pepper. Add some honey and a big splash of fresh orange juice to it and cook until the liquid has reduced and coats the veggies evenly. Place the onion and bell pepper mixture on a plate and top with a salmon fillet. Serve hot with some Sriracha mayonnaise and a bit of salad greens.

As per the USDA data, 3-ounce portions of salmon offers about 22 grams of protein, and this recipe calls for 6-ounce fillets, which makes it a serving with 44 grams of protein. According to a study by PMC, salmon protein includes essential amino acids important for human nutrition.

It is also found that salmon fish protein supplements increase serum concentrations of micronutrients like vitamin B12 and selenium, which are vital for metabolic and immune functions. Another study found salmon protein raises amino acid levels post-ingestion and may have nutrigenomic effects comparable to whey protein, supporting the use of salmon protein as a functional food source. Researchers also highlight its potential to aid muscle recovery, improve antioxidant status, and contribute to cardiovascular health, making it a promising dietary option for athletes, ageing populations, and anyone looking to enhance nutrition through targeted, bioactive proteins. In addition, its bioactive peptides may influence blood pressure regulation, enhance satiety, and support bone health, showing that salmon protein delivers benefits well beyond basic nutrition and offers a holistic approach to wellness, with applications in metabolic health, weight management, and long-term disease prevention.

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is meant for general knowledge only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always talk to your doctor before starting any new routine.