A few years back after trying Salmon for the very first time I became addicted to the smooth flavor of this great fish. Seems when my husband and I go out for dinner it is the only item on the menu I am drawn to. I finally tried making it at home and the recipe that follows is my all time fave....Its loaded with healthy benefits and the flavor of the kale adds that little extra little kick!!!I hope you like it as much as we do, and add it to your favorite list as well.
Salmon with Kale & Rice:
4 T lime juice, separated
1 teas dried cilantro
1 T honey
2 salmon fillets
1/2 lb raw kale chopped
3-4 scallions diced
2 cups of cooked brown rice
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
kosher Salt
Whisk 2 T of lime juice with 1 T honey, add the 1 teas of dried cilantro and a pinch of salt to make a marinade.
Pour the marinade over the salmon and let it sit while preparing the rice. ( I use the premade cups of Uncle Ben's rice for convenience, so let salmon marinade for about 10 minutes if you use this step.)
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and spray with non-stick cooking spray. add the kale, 1 T of the lime juice and a pinch or two of salt. Cook for about a minute until kale is wilted.
Add the scallions, brown rice, cilantro, the remaining T of lime juice and another pinch of salt. Combine everything well allowing the flavors to merge. Pour into a bowl and set aside to now cook the salmon...
Wipe skillet clean. Reheat the skillet over medium-high heat and spray with a non-stick cooking spray. Cook the salmon 2-3 minutes on each side depending on thickness of the pieces, longer if pieces are thicker.. After flipping to second side pour any leftover marinade over the fillets. Cook until the salmon is tender and done. Serve on top of the rice and enjoy!
Sharon
