Name: GINGER CORIANDER CRUSTED SALMON WITH CANTALOUPE SALSA
Prep time: 30 min
Ingredients: ½ cup cantaloupe, ( fresh, diced); 2 T. cilantro, (minced); 2 T. red onion, (minced); 2 T. red bell pepper, (minced); 2 T. ginger, (fresh, minced/prepared into paste); 2 T. coriander seeds, (whole); ¾ cup olive oil (extra virgin); ½ tsp. kosher salt; 20 oz total (5oz. each) Scottish or Norwegian salmon filets ((skin removed)); 1 pinch kosher salt; 1 T. olive oil (extra virgin)

GINGER CORIANDER CRUSTED SALMON WITH CANTALOUPE SALSA

This protein and salsa combination is rich in vitamin A, omega-3 fatty acids, and spices that are rich in anti-microbial compounds. Gluten-free, nut free, dairy free.

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Prep Time 30

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Cantaloupe Salsa

½ cup cantaloupe, fresh, diced
2 T. cilantro, minced
2 T. red onion, minced
2 T. red bell pepper, minced

Ginger Coriander Marinade

2 T. ginger, fresh, minced/prepared into paste
2 T. coriander seeds, whole
¾ cup olive oil extra virgin
½ tsp. kosher salt

Salmon

20 oz total (5oz. each) Scottish or Norwegian salmon filets (skin removed)
1 pinch kosher salt
1 T. olive oil extra virgin

Method

Prepare salsa by mixing together all salsa ingredients and setting aside (refrigerate).
Prepare marinade by adding all marinade ingredients into a small mixing bowl. Set aside.
Season salmon filets with a pinch of salt.
Generously spread 1 T. of the marinade onto one side of the salmon filet.
Preheat a large sauté pan to medium high heat.
Once the oil has been heated, place the salmon (marinade side down) into the pan. Sear for 2-3 minutes.
Turn onto other side and sear for another 2-3 minutes.
Finish cooking the salmon in a preheated 350-degree oven for another 4-8 minutes or until done. Enjoy salmon with 2-4 T. of cantaloupe salsa.

Notes

Serving Size: 5 oz. salmon + 2-4 T. salsa

Nutrition Information: This protein and salsa combination is rich in vitamin A, omega-3 fatty acids, and spices that are rich in anti-microbial compounds. Gluten-free, nut free, dairy free.

Calories: 200, Fat: 7g, Protein: 30g, Carbohydrates: 5g, Fiber: 2g, Added Sugar: 0g, Sodium: 400mg