Description
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this Irresistible Salmon with Ginger Corn Salsa. This dish features tender, flavorful salmon fillets marinated in a savory blend and paired with a zesty corn salsa bursting with freshness. Perfect for summer gatherings or elegant dinners, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends while being simple enough for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears of corn)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. **Prepare the Marinade**: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and grated ginger. Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. **Cook the Corn Salsa**: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add corn kernels and sauté until tender and slightly caramelized (about 5-7 minutes). Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro just before removing from heat.
- 3. **Grill the Salmon**: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove salmon from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Grill fillets for about 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
- 4. **Assemble Your Dish**: Serve grilled salmon topped with ginger corn salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with salsa (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added spice, mix in diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes into the corn salsa. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.