Lemon Grilled Salmon With Corn Salad Recipe

Name: Lemon Grilled Salmon With Corn Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 37 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Corn Kernels; Sweet Red Pepper; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (or green onion tops); Fresh Basil; Pure Maple Syrup; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt (plus 1/2 teaspoon for salmon); 1 tablespoon lemon zest; Ground Cumin; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off; Fresh Blueberries; Nonstick Cooking Spray; Lemon Slice; Basil Sprig; 1/4 teaspoon paprika

This vibrant and healthy recipe, inspired by a heartwarming family story, is a winner! Featured in the March 2009 issue of BH&G, this recipe from Priscilla Yee of Concord, CA (who won $2500!), combines juicy grilled salmon with a surprisingly delicious blueberry corn salad. The zesty lemon and fragrant cumin create a flavor explosion, while the blueberries add a touch of sweetness and unexpected texture. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this recipe is easily adaptable to your taste. Feel free to adjust the cumin to your liking and substitute green onion tops for chives. Serve with brown rice or your favorite noodles. Prepare the corn salad ahead of time – it tastes even better at room temperature!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 22 mins

Calories 318.7 kcal

Protein 55g

Rating 4.8 (9 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Grilled Salmon With Corn Salad

Corn Kernels
Sweet Red Pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (or green onion tops)
Fresh Basil
Pure Maple Syrup
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt (plus 1/2 teaspoon for salmon)
1 tablespoon lemon zest
Ground Cumin
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
Fresh Blueberries
Nonstick Cooking Spray
Lemon Slice
Basil Sprig
1/4 teaspoon paprika

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How to Make Lemon Grilled Salmon With Corn Salad

**Prepare the Corn Salad:** In a medium bowl, combine corn, bell pepper, chives, basil, maple syrup, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gently toss to combine.
**Prepare the Salmon Seasoning:** In a small bowl, combine lemon zest, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
**Prepare the Salmon:** Lightly coat both sides of the salmon fillets with nonstick spray.
**Season the Salmon:** Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
**Grill the Salmon (Charcoal):** Preheat your charcoal grill to medium heat. Place salmon fillets on the grill rack directly over medium coals. Grill for 8-12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork, carefully turning once halfway through.
**Grill the Salmon (Gas):** Preheat your gas grill to medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low. Place salmon fillets on the grill rack and cover. Grill for 8-12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork, carefully turning once halfway through.
**Add Paprika and Blueberries:** Sprinkle the paprika on the cooked salmon. Gently fold the blueberries into the corn salad.
**Serve:** Serve the grilled salmon immediately with the blueberry corn salad. Garnish with lemon slices and/or fresh basil sprigs.