Zesty Citrus Salmon with Crunchy Almond Topping
Indulge in a delectable sugar-free dinner with this flavorful dish featuring succulent salmon, nutty almonds, and tangy lime. Served alongside whole grain pasta and a colorful medley of veggies, including green beans, red onions, carrots, and creamy avocado, this dish will tantalize your taste buds with a hint of cayenne pepper. A nutritious and satisfying meal for any occasion!
ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (4 oz each)
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 8 oz whole grain pasta
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 8 oz green beans, trimmed
- 1 avocado, diced
- 2 carrots, julienned
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
- 2.
Place the salmon fillets on the lined baking sheet. Sprinkle minced garlic, lime juice, and cayenne pepper evenly over the fillets.
- 3.
In a small bowl, mix sliced almonds with a dash of cayenne pepper. Gently press the almond mixture onto the top of each salmon fillet.
- 4.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- 5.
Meanwhile, cook the whole grain pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- 6.
In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
- 7.
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced red onion until caramelized and browned.
- 8.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked pasta, green beans, caramelized red onions, diced avocado, and julienned carrots. Add an extra squeeze of lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9.
Serve the delicious almond-crusted salmon on top of the pasta and veggie mixture.
