
Grilled Salmon with Mixed Salad
Ingredients:
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2 salmon fillets
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon honey
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Juice of 1 lemon
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1 clove garlic, minced
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Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salad:
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2 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, kale, etc.)
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1 cucumber, sliced
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1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Preheat the grill to medium heat. Whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Brush the mixture over the salmon fillets.
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Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down. Cook for 4-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until the fish is flaky and cooked through.
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In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then toss gently.
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Serve the grilled salmon over the mixed salad, or on the side, with an additional drizzle of the marinade if desired.
