I got this Honey Lime Salmon recipe from our good friends Denise and Mike. Eating this flavourful dish reminds me of Austin summer nights at their house, hanging out in the backyard next to the grill and with a glass of cold wine in my hand. I love how food can transport you to other places, and evoke such powerful memories. This recipe always puts a smile on my face whenever we make it, and will forever be called Denise’s Salmon in our house. The recipe feeds 4 people at $2.14 per serving.
Honey Lime Salmon
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly grated lime peel
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
4 pieces salmon fillet, (about 4 ounces each)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
lime wedges
Mix together the honey, cumin, coriander, salt, lime zest, pepper, and 1 teaspoon of very hot water until everything is thoroughly blended.
Rub the honey-spice mixture all over salmon. You can cook it straight away, but I prefer to let it marinade for a bit to really infuse the salmon with the spicy flavours.
Place the salmon on a grill over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes or just until the salmon turns opaque throughout and flakes easily.
Serve the salmon with a sprinkle of cilantro and some lime wedges to squeeze over the fish. I made the Southwestern Sweet Potato and Quinoa Salad to go with the salmon, and it made for a fast but tasty dinner.
