A method for the preparation of solid food products, in particular snacks or pasta. The method comprises the following steps: 1. mixing of flour and water; 2. formation of the dough; 3. extrusion of the dough; 4. drawing of the dough; 5. drying; the method envisages that prior to the extrusion step (3) a step for measuring-out and pre-blending a portion of flour and a mixture containing Omega 3, such as linseed oil or gluten- free vegetable flour containing Omega 3, in a percentage ranging from 1% to 40% of the quantity of flour used in this measuring-out step. Furthermore, the measuring- out step takes place before the mixing step (1), and immediately before the extrusion step (3).