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Get a double dose of omega-3s with these crunchy, fun-to-eat salmon bites. Baked in a walnut, crumb and cilantro mixture, these delicious morsels are complemented with a tangy Apricot Ginger Dipping Sauce.

For Salmon Bites:
1/4 cup apricot jam
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar or white wine vinegar
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup pankow bread crumbs (available in Asian markets) or regular, seasoned breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
non-stick cooking spray
1 pound skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes

For Apricot Ginger Dipping Sauce:
1/2 cup apricot jam
4 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion, white and pale green parts
1 teaspoon minced ginger

Preapre Dipping Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients. Serve with crispy salmon bites. Makes about 3/4 cup.

Prepare salmon Bites:
Preheat oven to 400ºF.

whisk together jam and vinegar; set aside.

In a blender or food processor, combine walnuts, bread crumbs and cilantro. Process a few turns until blended but still a coarse texture.

Coat a baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray. Brush salmon pieces with the jam mixture. Coat evenly with the walnut bread crumb mixture. Place on prepared pan and bake for 12 minutes.

1 serving = 2 bites (without dipping sauce) Nutrition information per serving:
270 calories, 18g protein, 16g carbohydrates, 1g dietary fiber, 15g total fat, 3g saturated fat, 48mg cholesterol, 128mg sodium

(with dipping sauce) Nutrition information per serving:
334 calories, 19g protein, 30g carbohydrates, 1g dietary fiber, 16g total fat, 3g saturated fat, 48mg cholesterol, 237mg sodium