Today was one of those picture perfect days. 75 degrees and sunny = pure bliss. I rarely miss an opportunity to bust out the grill and make a quick, super flavorful meal. Tonight I put together a salmon dish that was sweet and spicy (my favorite combo) and paired it with a fresh salsa, quinoa and grilled zucchini. Colorful and full of nutrition!
Sweet and Spicy Salmon
Serves 2-3
1 lb. fresh salmon, skin on
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
Salt and pepper
Olive oil
My beautiful salmon filet – thanks Hy-Vee!
1. Season salmon with salt and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil.
2. Combine seasonings and rub over the salmon.
3. Preheat grill to medium-high. Place salmon on the grill, flesh side down, and cook 5-6 minutes, or until cooked through.
4. Flip the salmon filet and cook 2 minutes longer. Transfer to a platter.
Fresh Mango Salsa
Makes 1 1/2 cups
1 cup frozen mango chunks, thawed
1/2 red onion, diced
1/2 red pepper, diced
1 jalapeno, diced
1 lime, juiced
2 teaspoons honey
Salt and pepper
Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Let sit at room temperature until ready to serve.
Quinoa with Toasted Almonds
Makes 4 cups
2 cups dry quinoa
3 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 (15 oz.) can garbanzo beans, drained
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1. Bring quinoa and chicken broth to a boil. Cover and lower heat to medium low. Cook quinoa for 15 minutes, or until all broth is absorbed and quinoa is tender.
2. Combine almonds and quinoa.
3. Add the garbanzo beans and fresh parsley and toss to combine.
And put it all together!