This is an extremely simple, easy-to-prepare dish. Be sure the salmon is fresh and the cucumbers firm.
SALMON WITH LIME AND CUCUMBER
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Yield: 2 servings
Cooking time: 16-20 minutes
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
10 ounces salmon fillet, washed, dried
1/4 cup non-fat yogurt
2 tablespoons low-fat sour cream
1/4 teaspoon lime zest
2 small unpeeled cucumbers trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1. Combine 1 tablespoon of the cilantro with lime juice in medium bowl. Add salmon, and turn to coat on both sides, leaving skin side up. Allow to marinate until ready to cook.
2. Mix yogurt, sour cream, oil, lime zest and remaining cilantro in serving bowl. Stir in cucumbers.
3. Spray stove-top grill with non-stick vegetable oil spray. Grill salmon, skin side up, 8 to 10 minutes per inch of thickness. Turn once. Serve with cucumber mixture on side or top.
Nutrition information per serving:
Calories …… 180 Fat ………… 7 g Cholesterol .. 30 mg
Sodium ….. 120 mg Carbohydrates .. 5 g Protein ……. 25 g
