Salmon Stir-Fry

This is another one of Jenn's recipes from For the Glow.  I knew it would be tasty just reading through the ingredients.  Plus, topping anything with avocado instantly makes it delicious.  This is a healthy and fast recipe that you are sure to enjoy.  Let's dig in...

Mix together orange juice (freshly squeezed) honey, and tamari sauce.  Set aside.

I have been going to the farmers markets around the Phoenix area lately and have really enjoyed picking out fresh and local food.  I was excited to use these plum tomatoes that I had picked up on a whim! 

Heat coconut oil in a large pan or wok and add broccoli.  Stir-fry for around two minutes. 

Add the salmon and green beans, cooking for another two minutes.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook until the salmon has cooked through, with the veggies still keeping a crunch.  

Add the orange dressing, cook for another minute.  Remove from heat, plate and serve. I topped with a slice of avocado.

The many different textures and flavors make this dish very tasty.  I really enjoyed the orange sauce as well, gave it a kick while adding flavor.  It also helps that this dinner is very good for you!  

Happy Monday - here's to a good week! 

Salmon Stir-Fry

Adapted from For the Glow

Serves 2

juice of one orange

1 teaspoon raw honey

2 tablespoons wheat free tamari sauce

1 tablespoon coconut oil

2 8oz salmon fillets, skinned and sliced

6 oz broccoli

4 oz green beans

2 avocados, peeled and sliced

6 cherry plum tomatoes, halved

6 oz baby spinach (I used kale)

2 oz walnut halves

Mix together orange juice, honey, and tamari sauce and set aside.

Heat coconut oil in a large pan or wok and add broccoli.  
Stir-fry for around two minutes. 
Add the salmon and green beans, cooking for another two minutes.
Add the remaining ingredients and cook until the salmon has cooked through, with the veggies still keeping a crunch.  
Add the orange dressing, cook for another minute.  
Remove from heat, plate and serve. 
*Optional: Top with a slice of avocado.

Mustard Glazed Salmon w/ Lentils

I love salmon, and am always looking for new and interesting ways to cook it.  When I saw this recipe I had to try it.  Even if you're not a huge fan of mustard, you'll enjoy this meal as it doesn't have a strong mustard taste.  It just taste delicious! 

Heat broiler, with rack set 8 inches from the heat.  In a large, oven proof skillet, heat oil over medium high.  Add onion and cumin and cook until the onion is golden brown.

Add lentils to the skillet, stir and season with salt and pepper.

Meanwhile, rub the mustard on the salmon and season with salt and pepper.

Nestle the salmon fillets in the lentils and broil in the oven until opaque throughout.  Should be around 10 minutes.  Remove from the oven and sprinkle with cilantro to serve. 

Ok, I'm not going to lie to you guys --- this has a lot of potential, but just didn't turn out awesome.  It looks pretty, and the salmon tasted spectacular, but the lentils fell short.  This is the first time I've made lentils on the stove and oven, and they were way under cooked.  To adjust the recipe a bit, I would cook the lentils on the stove for around 10 more minutes, then add the salmon fillets and place in the oven.  If you try this recipe out and have better results let me know!  Lesson to everyone - not everything in the kitchen always turns out great... take a breath and move on! 

Mustard Glazed Salmon w/ Lentils

Serves 4

Adapted from Everyday Food Magazine

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, diced small

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

2 tablespoons grainy mustard

4 skinless salmon fillets (4-6 oz)

2 14oz cans of lentils, rinsed and drained

1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

salt and pepper to taste

Heat broiler, with rack set 8 inches from the heat.  

In a large, oven proof skillet, heat oil over medium high.  

Add onion and cumin and cook until the onion is golden brown.

Add lentils to the skillet, stir and season with salt and pepper.

Meanwhile, rub the mustard on the salmon and season with salt and pepper.

Nestle the salmon fillets in the lentils and broil in the oven until opaque throughout, around 10 minutes.

Remove from the oven and sprinkle with cilantro to serve. 

Grilled Citrus Salmon

I'm always looking for new ways to cook salmon.  I really enjoy eating it and cooking it differently to bring out the different tastes.  Since we now have a spot for our grill in Phoenix I've been trying to put it to use and thought this would be perfect on the grill! 

I cut up one orange into slices, and one lemon into slices.  Also had fresh mint and basil.

Coat the salmon with olive oil, salt and pepper to taste.  Layer onto the grill - oranges/lemons, then herbs, then salmon.  You won't need to turn the salmon over, cook until the fish is opaque in the center, around 20-25 minutes.  (Pictures on the grill are a little dark, sorry!) 

Serve over the citrus slices for additional flavor.  I also made spaghetti squash to go along with it, you can find that recipe by clicking here.  This salmon was really awesome, and very simple to make.  You can really taste the orange and lemon on the fish.  Hope you enjoy this as much as I did! 

Grilled Citrus Salmon

Serves 2

1 orange, sliced

1 lemon, sliced

2 salmon filets

fresh herbs, such as basil, mint, or cilantro

Clean and lightly oil the grill.

Season salmon with olive oil, salt and pepper.

Arrange slices of citrus on the grill.

Top with fresh herbs, then layer on the salmon.

Cook for around 20-25 minutes until fish is opaque.

Serve and eat up!