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grilled salmon recipe

Grilled salmon seasoned with a smokey rub served with a fresh black beans and corn salsa, an easy weeknight summer dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1.5 tsp brown sugar
  • 0.5 tsp chipotle chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 whole lime juice of
  • 4 fillets Alaskan wild salmon 6 oz each
  • olive oil spray for grilling
  • wedges lime for serving
  • 15.5 oz black beans canned, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cup corn kernels frozen or fresh, thawed if frozen
  • 0.25 cup red onion minced
  • 3 tbsp cilantro finely minced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice
  • kosher salt to taste

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine all the spices in a small bowl, paprika to cocoa powder.
  2. Squeeze lime juice over salmon then rub in the spices to completely coat; set aside to rest about 5 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in a large saute pan, heat oil over medium heat.
  4. Add onions and sauté 2 minutes; add beans, corn and salt and cook until heated through, about 6 - 8 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and toss in cilantro and lime juice.
  6. Heat a clean outdoor grill (make sure the grates are clean and lightly oiled) or if cooking indoors a lightly oiled grill pan over high heat.
  7. When hot, grill the salmon covered for about 8 to 10 minutes or until the fish is opaque throughout.
  8. Serve with black beans, corn and lime wedges.

Notes

Enjoy this flavorful grilled salmon with a vibrant black bean and corn salsa for a complete and healthy meal.