Savory Summer Salmon And Refreshing Relish Recipe

Name: Savory Summer Salmon And Refreshing Relish Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For Relish; 1 medium-ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced; 1 whole green onion, trimmed and thinly sliced on the bias; 1/2 small yellow bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and diced; 1/4 English cucumber, seeded and diced; 1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro; 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly squeezed orange juice (about 1/2 orange); 1 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar; 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; granulated sugar, to taste; For salmon; 1 1/2 teaspoons light brown sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons sweet paprika; 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder (to taste); 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt (to taste) or 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 4 (6 ounce) center-cut salmon fillets (skin on); 2 teaspoons canola oil

Servings: persons

For Relish
1 medium-ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 whole green onion, trimmed and thinly sliced on the bias
1/2 small yellow bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and diced
1/4 English cucumber, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly squeezed orange juice (about 1/2 orange)
1 1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
granulated sugar, to taste
For salmon
1 1/2 teaspoons light brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder (to taste)
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt (to taste) or 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 (6 ounce) center-cut salmon fillets (skin on)
2 teaspoons canola oil

1
For relish:.
2
Combine the tomatoes, green onions, bell pepper, cucumber, cilantro, orange juice, vinegar and oil and stir. Season to taste with salt, pepper and sugar. Refrigerate until needed.
3
For salmon:.
4
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, pepper, paprika, chile powder, salt and garlic powder.
5
Coat the tops (flesh side) of the salmon fillets evenly with the spice mixture. Refrigerate the salmon for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
6
Preheat the oven to 450u00b0F Heat a large, ovenproof saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the canola oil and heat through.
7
Place the salmon, skin-side down, in the saute pan. Cook until the skin is crisp, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
8
Transfer the pan to the oven and cook until desired, about 5 to 6 minutes for medium, about 6 to 8 minutes for medium well.
9
Spoon relish over each fillet and serve immediately.

280

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For Relish, 1 medium-ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced, 1 whole green onion, trimmed and thinly sliced on the bias, 1/2 small yellow bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and diced, and more.

Yes, Savory Summer Salmon And Refreshing Relish Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!