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Cilantro Lime Salmon

This cilantro lime salmon is incredibly flavorful and such a great weeknight meal! Marinate the salmon in cilantro lime dressing, sear until golden, top with avocado and serve over rice. Satisfying and delicious!
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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 ½ tablespoons honey
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, plus more for topping
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
  • kosher salt and pepper
  • pinch crushed red pepper flakes
  • cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 salmon filets
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 avocado, cubed
  • pickled onions, for topping

cilantro lime rice

  • 2 cups jasmine rice
  • 3 cups water or chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • kosher salt and pepper
  • 2 limes, zest freshly grated
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • ¾ cup chopped cilantro

Instructions 

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the lime juice, honey, garlic, cilantro, salt, pepper, pepper flakes and olive oil. Blend until combined and mostly smooth.
  • Place the salmon filets in a dish. Pour half of the dressing over the salmon. Flip the salmon a few times so all sides are covered. Stick in the fridge and marinate for 30 minutes.
  • After 30 minutes, remove the salmon. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the butter and once melted and sizzling, add the salmon filets. Cook on each side until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes a side. Cook until the salmon is flakey and opaque.
  • While the salmon cooks, chop the avocado. Toss it with a tablespoon or two of the cilantro lime dressing.
  • Serve the salmon over the rice. Top with a few spoonfuls of the avocado and some pickled onions. Drizzle with more dressing if you’d like. Add more fresh cilantro if desired.

cilantro lime rice

  • Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  • Heat the water/stock in a saucepan over medium heat until boiling. Add in the rice, butter and a big pinch of salt and pepper. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove the lid and stir in the lime zest, juice and cilantro. Serve!
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