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Chilli & Lime Salmon with Thai Herb salad

(Serves 4)

Ingredients

• Juice from 1 lime
• 1 Clove garlic, crushed
• 2 Tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 Small red chilli, finely chopped
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 4 x 4 Oz salmon fillets (females) OR 4 x 7 oz salmon fillets (males)

Thai Herb Salad

• 1 Medium cucumber, halved lengthways, seeds removed and sliced thinly
• 5 Oz grape tomatoes, halved
• ½ Cup loosely packed basil leaves
• ½ Cup loosely packed mint leaves
• ½ Cup loosely packed cilantro
• 1 Cup bean sprouts
• 1 Tablespoon lime juice
• 1 Teaspoon olive oil
• 1 Teaspoon soy sauce
• Chopped red chilli (optional)

Method

1. In a large bowl combine lime juice, garlic, soy sauce, chilli and 1 tablespoon of the oil. Mix with a fork. Place salmon fillets in the bowl and coat thoroughly in the marinade. Set aside for 30 minutes in the fridge.
2. Heat remaining oil in a large frying pan on high. Cook salmon until golden and crispy on the outside but pink on the inside.
3. Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl and toss to combine. Serve salmon on top of salad with extra chilli on top if desired. Drizzle any extra dressing over salmon.

Tip

• Salmon is a rich source of Omega-3 fatty acids and is one of the healthiest forms of protein. These fats are essential for good health and they cannot be made within the body. Their benefits include; controlling cholesterol levels, improving digestion and increasing the body’s ability to burn fat.