Grilled Salmon and Seasonal Greens
Fresh salmon isn’t always the most affordable ingredient, but treat yourself do a few salmon lunches every few weeks. The protein and fatty acids are so worth the money spent! Use any seasonal greens you have; this recipe uses broccoli and zucchini.
Serves: 4
Container: you will need 4 airtight containers
Time: approximately 30 minutes
Nutritional info per serving:
- Calories: 235
- Fat: 7 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Carbs: 13 grams
Ingredients:
- 4 small-medium salmon filets
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil
- 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 large zucchinis, chopped into chunks
- 1 tsp. sesame oil
Method:
- Preheat the oven to 356 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking tray with baking paper, place the salmon filets onto the tray and sprinkle with salt, pepper and a little olive oil.
- Place into the oven and bake for approximately 12 minutes or until cooked to your liking.
- As the salmon cooks, prepare the greens by placing a pot of water over a high heat and bringing to the boil, place a steaming basket or double boiler over the pot and place the greens inside, place the lid onto the basket.
- Steam the veggies for a few minutes until just cooked, sprinkle with the sesame oil and some salt and pepper.
- Place a salmon filet into each container and divide the veggies between each container.
- Place the lid onto each container and place into the fridge to store before serving.
- Eat hot or cold!
