Today, October 8, Australians are invited to pause, gather around the table and celebrate World Salmon Day with a dish that is as nourishing as it is comforting.
Tassal ambassador and leading Australian dietitian, Susie Burrell is encouraging families to mark the occasion with her vibrant recipe: Everything but the Bagel Crusted Salmon - a dish that brings both joy and vitality to the plate.
"World Salmon Day is about shining a light on one of the healthiest, most sustainable proteins we can eat,” says Susie. "Tassal salmon isn’t just delicious, it is a high-quality protein, it’s rich in Omega-3s and produced to some of the strictest food standards in the world. My recipe is a quick and simple way to bring more Omega-3 and protein into the week.”
For many Australians, Omega-3 intake is still falling short. A 2024 study revealed that the national Omega-3 Index averages just 4–6%, well below the recommended 8% needed for optimal health.
Susie is quick to reassure that this shortfall can be turned around with a simple change in the weekly menu. "There’s an easy fix,” she explains. "Just 100 grams of Tassal salmon delivers almost double the daily requirement, supporting heart health and reducing inflammation.”
With each forkful, you’re not just enjoying flavour - you’re fuelling your body, supporting your heart and protecting your long-term wellbeing.
Susie knows the challenges of everyday life. After a long day of work, school and commitments, cooking fatigue can creep in and balanced meals often slip down the priority list.
"Cooking fatigue is real,” she says. "I hear from so many women and families that preparing balanced meals is often the first thing to slide after a busy day. Salmon makes it easy – it cooks in minutes, is endlessly versatile and is one of the most nutrient-dense proteins you can put on the plate.”
Her Everything but the Bagel Crusted Salmon recipe is proof of that. With a handful of pantry staples - sesame seeds, garlic flakes, onion flakes and sea salt - Tassal salmon transforms into a golden, crunchy masterpiece.
The crust crackles with flavour while the fish remains tender and buttery beneath. It’s a dish that feels indulgent, yet it’s foolproof, fast, and brimming with nourishment.
Salmon isn’t just good for us, it’s good for the planet too. Farmed salmon has a low carbon footprint compared to other animal proteins, making it one of the most sustainable choices Australians can make at the dinner table.
As Susie says, "On World Salmon Day, it’s a great reminder that salmon really does tick every box: safe, sustainable and one of the healthiest proteins you can eat. I hope Australians give this recipe a try and make Tassal salmon a regular part of their week.”
So, gather your loved ones, preheat the oven and let the rich aroma of roasted salmon drift through your home. Each golden-crusted fillet will remind you that nourishing food can also be simple, joyful and deeply satisfying - the kind of meal worth celebrating any day of the year.
